Vistara launches service on 09-Jan-2015

Vistara stated (09-Jan-2015) it commenced commercial operations, with the launch of its inaugural service from Delhi to Mumbai at 12:30 on 09-Jan-2015. Tata Sons chairman emeritus Ratan N Tata said, "It has been a long-cherished dream for the Tata group to establish a world-class full service airline in India, in partnership with Singapore Airlines, and today that dream has come to life. I would like to dedicate this day to Mr JRD Tata, the man who started it all, and established India's first international airline. His futuristic vision continues to inspire us and we salute his spirit and dream". Meanwhile, Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong said, "India's aviation market has been expanding rapidly and we have been eager to directly participate in and contribute towards this growth story for many years. We are confident that Vistara will help to stimulate market demand and provide economic benefits to India, and are committed to supporting Vistara to deliver on its brand promise to Indian travellers." [more - original PR]