IndiGo Pilots: Flight Chaos Engineered to Pressure Govt
IndiGo pilots allege recent mass flight cancellations were orchestrated to pressure the government into delaying new safety rules. They demand a forensic probe. Read the shocking details.
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IndiGo Board's Role Questioned Amid Flight Chaos
The ongoing IndiGo crisis raises serious questions about its high-profile board's oversight of new pilot rest rules. Did the risk committee fail? Read the full investigation.
IndiGo cancels 20 Guwahati flights, crisis till Dec 10
IndiGo cancels 20 flights from Guwahati due to pilot shortage, chaos eases as passengers get advance notice. Key routes affected, full waiver offered.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations: DGCA Notices CEO
IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights due to new pilot duty norms and planning gaps. DGCA issues show-cause notice to CEO. Airline expects normalcy by December 10. Read the full story.
Former AirAsia CFO Explains What Went Wrong with IndiGo
Former AirAsia India CFO Gopalan cites revised pilot rest rules and a 'nonchalant attitude' as key reasons behind IndiGo's operational crisis. Get the full analysis here.
IndiGo to hire 900+ pilots amid new flight-limit rules
IndiGo plans to recruit over 900 pilots to comply with new night-flight regulations, but experts warn of significant hiring challenges ahead. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo Lifts Pilot Hiring Freeze Amid Operational Crisis
IndiGo ends pilot hiring freeze after flight cancellations crisis. Airline seeks A320 captains as it moves to stabilize operations following DGCA rule changes. Read the latest updates.
ixigo to Refund Fees on Cancelled IndiGo Flights
Travel platform ixigo announces full refund of convenience & assured fees for passengers hit by IndiGo's mass cancellations from Dec 3-8, 2025. Get details here.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations Drop, Chaos Continues for 5th Day
IndiGo flight cancellations fall below 850 as airline works to restore operations. Govt orders compensation for affected passengers by Dec 7. Read for latest updates.
How DGCA's New Pilot Rules Impact IndiGo & Travelers
New DGCA pilot safety regulations, enforced from November 1, 2025, are causing operational challenges for IndiGo and affecting air travel. Understand the rules and their impact.
IndiGo cancels over 1000 flights, causes nationwide chaos
IndiGo's massive flight cancellations disrupt travel across India, stranding students, patients, and tourists. Government suspends new pilot duty rules to restore services. Details inside.
Govt probe into IndiGo's massive flight cancellations
Massive IndiGo flight disruptions due to pilot issues prompt government probe. DGCA grants exemptions, airline offers refunds. Details on cancellations and passenger support.
ALPA India Slams DGCA's 'Selective' IndiGo Safety Relief
ALPA India strongly objects to DGCA granting IndiGo temporary relief from pilot duty rules, calling it a dangerous precedent that compromises safety amid mass cancellations.
Govt Puts New Pilot Duty Norms on Hold
The aviation ministry suspends new FDTL norms to ease IndiGo's massive flight cancellations. Normal operations expected by December 15. Full waiver offered for affected passengers.
Govt Panel to Probe IndiGo Meltdown, Freezes Fatigue Rules
The Centre forms a committee to investigate IndiGo's May 29 network collapse. New pilot fatigue guidelines are put on hold pending review. Details inside.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 1000+ Cancellations, DGCA Grants Exemption
India's aviation faces massive disruption as IndiGo cancels half its flights. DGCA softens new pilot fatigue norms, sparking safety concerns. Passengers stranded, fares soar. Details inside.
IndiGo Pilot Roster Crash Strands Lakhs of Passengers
IndiGo's operational meltdown cancels thousands of flights, stranding lakhs. Chetan Bhagat warns of higher fares as pilot safety rules loom. The chaos highlights systemic risks in Indian aviation.
IndiGo Cancellations: 'ItDidn'tGo' Meme Goes Viral
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations strand passengers, spike fares 8-10x. Harsh Goenka's viral 'ItDidn'tGo' meme captures the frustration. Read about the pilot shortage crisis and government action.
IndiGo Shares Fall 7% Amid Mass Flight Cancellations
IndiGo's parent company sees market cap erode by ₹16,190 crore as new pilot duty rules trigger operational chaos. CEO expects normalcy by Dec 15. Read the full analysis.
Govt puts new pilot duty norms on hold for flight restoration
The Civil Aviation Ministry suspends new FDTL norms to tackle flight disruptions. IndiGo and other airlines to see normalcy within 72 hours. Details inside.
New Flight Duty Norms Suspended Amid IndiGo Disruptions
The Indian government has deferred new flight duty time limits for pilots to help airlines normalize operations after widespread IndiGo cancellations. Key details inside.
Govt Orders Probe Into IndiGo DGCA FDTL Crisis
The Indian government has launched a high-level inquiry and suspended DGCA's FDTL orders for IndiGo after a pilot duty time controversy. Get the full details.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 500+ Cancellations, Fares Spike
IndiGo's operational crisis deepens with 500+ flights cancelled. New pilot duty rules trigger chaos, stranding thousands. Airfares hit record highs. Details on refunds & government action inside.
IndiGo gets DGCA relief on pilot duty rules till Feb 10
DGCA grants IndiGo temporary exemptions from new FDTL norms for night operations until February 10 to stabilise operations. The airline cancelled over 500 flights on Friday.
DGCA Chief Seeks Pilot Help for Smooth Flight Ops
DGCA chief appeals to pilots for cooperation to avoid operational disruptions causing delays and passenger inconvenience. Read the full story on the aviation regulator's call for action.
DGCA eases pilot rest rules, allows leave as weekly rest
India's aviation regulator DGCA reverses a key rule, allowing airlines to count pilot leave as weekly rest. This offers relief to carriers like IndiGo amid major flight disruptions. Read the full story.
Couple Attends Wedding Reception Online After IndiGo Flight Cancelled
A Bengaluru-based techie couple, stranded due to IndiGo's mass cancellations, joined their Hubballi wedding reception via video call. Read how the family adapted.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: Fares to Rise as Cancellations Mount
IndiGo's operational crisis leads to mass cancellations & delays. Airfares expected to surge 5-8% as airline cuts flights due to pilot shortage & new fatigue rules. Details inside.
DGCA withdraws weekly rest clause, relief for IndiGo
DGCA withdraws weekly rest rule for airline crew, offering partial relief to IndiGo. Move aims to ease operational disruptions and pilot shortage. Details inside.
IndiGo Cancels Flights Due to Pilot Shortage, FDTL Rules
IndiGo cancels 30+ flights as pilot shortage meets new DGCA duty rules. Passengers face delays at Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru. Airline working to normalize operations.
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