IndiGo Crisis: Airline Seeks Extended Exemption From Pilot Duty Rules As Hundreds of Flights Cancelled

Dec 05, 2025 12:40 am CST

IndiGo is facing a severe operational crisis, requesting exemptions from pilot rest and duty regulations until February 2026 after miscalculating crew requirements under new safety norms. The airline is cancelling 170-200 flights daily, with disruptions expected to continue for several more days as authorities monitor the situation and mandate improved passenger support. Civil Aviation authorities have ordered increased staffing at affected airports and are monitoring airfares to prevent price gouging during this significant disruption to India's largest airline.