SpiceJet Gets First Set of Overhauled Engines from StandardAero, Boosts Fleet Revival Plans

SpiceJet has taken a big step forward in its ongoing efforts to get its grounded aircraft back in the air. The airline has received the first two overhauled engines from global MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) provider StandardAero — a CFM LEAP-1B engine for its Boeing 737 MAX, and a Q400 engine — marking the beginning of a steady revival of its fleet.

The LEAP-1B engine came from StandardAero’s Houston facility in the US, while the Q400 engine was overhauled at their Singapore facility. These are the first of 17 engines the airline had sent for maintenance as part of its broader fleet restoration programme.

SpiceJet had sent six CFM LEAP-1B engines to Houston and seven Q400 engines to Singapore. In addition to these, four engines were handed over to Carlyle Aviation to help bring back more Boeing 737 NG aircraft into service.

In a further boost to operations, the airline also managed to unground another Boeing 737 NG aircraft last month, which is now back in active service. It’s all part of a phased and structured approach the airline is taking to get back to full strength.

“With these first engines back and more on the way, we’re moving in the right direction,” said a company spokesperson. “This is an important milestone as we continue working towards restoring capacity and ensuring smoother operations.”

As more overhauled engines arrive in the coming months, passengers can expect increased reliability and availability of flights — a welcome development for both the airline and its flyers.