SpiceJet and GoAir to Pull Out of Kochi

SpiceJet and GoAir announced that they will pull out of Kochi, citing skyrocketing costs. SpiceJet ended operations on 14 April, while GoAir will have its last flight in May. Landing fees at the airport are Rs 35,000 compared with just Rs 2,500 in Mumbai. Ground handling costs and upcoming repairs were also noted as reasons for the departure. The airport was the first in India to be run by a private operation.