(a) whether Indian Airlines has decided to go in for dry leasing of all A-319 aircrafts;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the time by which it will be accomplished;
(d) the total amount likely to be received as a result thereof;
(e) whether any security deposit against leasing has been sought from domestic and foreign companies; and
(f) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION ( SHRI PRAFUL PATEL )
(a): Yes, Sir.
(b): Indian Airlines has floated a Global Tender for dry-lease of eleven A-319 aircraft fitted with IAE or CFM angines. The last date for submission of offers is 30th July, 2004.
(c): The delivery of the aircraft is expected from November, 2004 onwards.
(d): Indian Airlines would pay lease rental agreed upon with the lessors.
(e): No, Sir.
(f): Does not arise.