KBJ Group plans foray in Indian charter services sector

KBJ Group, which recently announced its foray into the Indian hospitality sector, is also entering the charter services business. The Group has launched a subsidiary, KBJ Aviation Limited and appointed has appointed AeroSource (India) Pvt. Ltd. as its aviation consultant. KBJ Aviation has currently submitted its application for a license to the Ministry of Civil Aviation.  

The company plans to start operations with three single engine Bell 407 helicopters. In the first phase, it will launch services in Varanasi, which will be followed by services in Punjab and Bodh Gaya. The company eventually plans to launch chopper services across the country. With the services in Varanasi, the Group plans to link the Buddhist destinations like Kushinagar. KBJ Hotels, the Group’s hospitality arm is developing a hotel at Varanasi which will include a helipad. The Group expects to target the high-end clientele from both, Religious Tourism and Business Travel segments.  

“There is great demand for helicopters and charter services in Tier-II and Tier III cities. It is also a highly under-supplied market with lack of quality service providers.