Federation of Indian Pilots
IndiGo Faces Severe Criticism from Pilots' Federation Over Staffing Strategy Amid Flight Cancellations
Dec 04, 2025 03:29 pm CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has strongly criticized IndiGo's operational strategy following widespread flight disruptions. Despite having two years to prepare for new flight duty regulations, the airline allegedly maintained a hiring freeze, resulting in over 150 flight cancellations on December 3. While other carriers adapted successfully to the new norms, IndiGo's expansion without sufficient pilot recruitment has raised serious concerns about operational responsibility during the challenging winter fog season.
Father of Air India Flight AI-171 Pilot Seeks Supreme Court-Monitored Investigation into Fatal Crash
Oct 16, 2025 07:34 pm CST
The father of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal has petitioned the Supreme Court seeking an independent investigation into the Air India AI-171 crash that killed 260 people in Ahmedabad. The petition challenges the current investigation as "profoundly flawed," arguing it unfairly focuses on the deceased pilots while failing to examine technical factors. The petitioners demand a judicially monitored committee led by a retired Supreme Court judge to ensure a transparent and credible investigation.
Air India Responds to Pilots' Federation Demand to Ground Boeing 787 Fleet Following Technical Incidents
Oct 11, 2025 01:19 am CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has called for grounding all Boeing 787 aircraft following technical incidents on two Air India flights, including system failures on AI-154 and RAT deployment on AI-117. Air India denies serious issues, stating both planes landed safely and that investigations are ongoing, with all necessary reports submitted to aviation authorities.
Aviation Minister Assures Transparency in Air India Crash Investigation: "No Manipulation" in Probe of Tragedy That Killed 260
Oct 08, 2025 02:52 am CST
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu has firmly rejected allegations of impropriety in the investigation of the June 12 Air India crash that claimed 260 lives. As controversy surrounds the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's preliminary findings and amid calls for a judicial probe, the minister assured the public of a thorough and transparent investigation process, emphasizing that the final report will require time to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Boeing 787 Electrical Systems Under Scrutiny Following Multiple Incidents and Air India Crash
Oct 05, 2025 10:02 pm CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has urged India's aviation regulator DGCA to investigate electrical systems of all Boeing 787 aircraft following an incident where a Ram Air Turbine unexpectedly deployed on an Air India flight. This follows the deadly June crash of Air India flight 171, where preliminary investigations revealed unusual deactivation of engine fuel control switches. Both incidents point to potential electrical system concerns in Boeing 787 aircraft operating in India.
Pilots' Body Cites Bias In Air India Crash Report, Demands Judicial Probe
Sep 24, 2025 04:49 pm CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has formally urged the Civil Aviation Ministry to constitute a 'Court of Inquiry', headed by a retired Supreme Court judge into the June 12 crash of Air India Flight AI 171.