Vistara History
Vistara, officially known as Tata SIA Airlines Limited, is an Indian full-service airline that was founded in 2013. It is a joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, with the former holding a 51% stake and the latter holding a 49% stake in the company. Vistara is headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.
The airline began its operations on January 9, 2015, with its inaugural flight from Delhi to Mumbai. Since then, Vistara has rapidly grown to become one of the leading airlines in India, known for its high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
Vistara operates a fleet of modern aircraft, including Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737-800NG planes. The airline offers both Economy Class and Business Class cabins, providing a comfortable and luxurious travel experience for its passengers.
More Airline Insights & Tips
Here are a few of helpful resources & tips that can further enhance your knowledge of Vistara airlines and how to best be prepared for your trip:
- Delays are an unfortunate fact of the life of an air traveler. Arm yourself against surprises by knowing the flight status of your UK Vistara flight before heading to the airport, as this could save you a lot of time, or even your trip to the airport if your flight is canceled.
- Info can be found here on Vistara’s company structure, headquarters, etc.
- See which partnerships and alliances Vistara has here. This is useful if you want to build up your frequent flyer points on partner airlines.
- Want to know which plane types are in service? Check out UK’s fleet list here.
- When considering a flight booking on Vistara, be aware that third-party travel sites might require you to use their customer service instead of Vistara's, which may be less than ideal in certain situations.
Beyond the history presented here for Vistara, if you’re wanting more aviation history, read about the history of commercial flight here, or the history of the airline industry here.
Over the years, Vistara has expanded its route network to cover major domestic and international destinations. It currently flies to more than 30 destinations in India and abroad, including popular cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, and Singapore.
Vistara has received several accolades and awards for its exceptional service and performance. It has been recognized as the "Best Full-Service Airline in India" by Skytrax and has consistently achieved high ratings in customer satisfaction surveys.
The airline is committed to providing a seamless and enjoyable travel experience to its passengers. It offers a range of amenities and services on board, including complimentary meals, in-flight entertainment, and a frequent flyer program called Club Vistara.
For more information about Vistara and its services, check out our comprehensive Vistara Guide.
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