IndiGo operational crisis
Foreign Traveler Climbs IndiGo Counter in Protest as Flight Cancellations Strand Thousands Across India
Dec 06, 2025 01:50 pm CST
A foreign passenger's dramatic protest at Mumbai Airport highlights the ongoing IndiGo flight crisis affecting thousands across India. The woman climbed atop an airline counter demanding answers about her cancelled flight, while other travelers shared stories of disruption. The crisis, now in its fifth day with over 100 cancellations, stems from pilot shortages under new flight duty regulations that the government has temporarily suspended.
Domestic Flight Prices Soar Higher Than International Travel Amid IndiGo's Massive Cancellation Crisis
Dec 05, 2025 04:58 pm CST
IndiGo's widespread flight cancellations have caused domestic airfares in India to skyrocket, with routes like Delhi-Kolkata now costing more than international flights to Europe. With over 500 flights cancelled in a single day due to pilot shortages under new rest regulations, passengers face limited options and prices up to three times higher than normal, creating an unprecedented crisis in India's domestic air travel market.
IndiGo Crisis: Over 200 Flights Cancelled as New Flight Duty Time Regulations Impact India's Largest Airline
Dec 04, 2025 01:15 am CST
IndiGo, India's largest airline controlling over 60% of the domestic market, is facing a severe operational breakdown with approximately 200 flights cancelled across major airports. The disruption stems primarily from crew shortages following the implementation of revised Flight Duty Time Limitation regulations, compounded by technical issues and seasonal scheduling changes. Passengers report extensive delays, with on-time performance dropping to just 35%, while pilots' associations dispute the airline's explanation and attribute the crisis to inadequate workforce planning.