aviation regulations
Delhi High Court Challenges DGCA Over Pilot Fatigue Rule Relaxations: Safety Concerns Raised
Dec 16, 2025 10:36 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has demanded an explanation from the DGCA regarding alleged violations of pilot fatigue management rules. The Indian Pilots Guild filed a contempt petition claiming airlines received unauthorized exemptions from Flight Duty Time Limitation norms, potentially compromising aviation safety. Justice Amit Sharma has scheduled a hearing for April 17 as aviation authorities defend their statutory power to grant limited exemptions.
Moody's Downgrades IndiGo's Outlook: Financial Damage Expected Following Regulatory Planning Failures
Dec 08, 2025 09:26 pm CST
Moody's Ratings has classified IndiGo's widespread flight disruptions as "credit negative," highlighting serious planning failures regarding aviation regulations communicated over a year in advance. The crisis has resulted in over 1,600 flight cancellations, with potential significant financial damage expected from revenue losses, customer compensation, and possible regulatory penalties. Despite receiving temporary DGCA exemptions until February 2026, IndiGo faces downgraded human capital ratings, reputational damage, and profitability challenges in fiscal year 2026, though its fundamental Baa3 rating remains intact due to its dominant market position and India's strong aviation growth potential.
IndiGo Refunds Rs 827 Crore After Massive Flight Cancellations: Crisis Management and Regulatory Response
Dec 08, 2025 05:45 pm CST
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has refunded Rs 827 crore worth of tickets following a major operational crisis that led to the cancellation of over 955,000 flights. The airline has established a Crisis Management Group to restore operations while facing potential regulatory action. Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu has warned of strict measures against the airline, which failed to properly implement Flight Duty Time Limitation norms.
IndiGo Crisis: Government Orders Investigation and Promises Flight Schedule Normalization Within 3 Days
Dec 05, 2025 09:21 pm CST
The Indian government has ordered a high-level investigation into the IndiGo flight disruptions while promising schedule normalization by Monday. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced automatic refunds for cancelled flights and special assistance for affected passengers. The DGCA has established a four-member committee to examine operational deficiencies at IndiGo, which has cancelled over 500 flights for consecutive days while temporarily relaxing pilot duty time limitations to manage the crisis.
IndiGo Flight Crisis: Thousands Stranded as Cancellations Continue Amid Government Criticism
Dec 05, 2025 01:21 pm CST
IndiGo's massive flight cancellations enter their fourth day, leaving thousands of passengers stranded across India. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes the government's "monopoly model," while Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu expresses "clear displeasure" at the airline's handling of the FDTL norms implementation, demanding immediate normalization of operations without airfare increases.
DGCA Proposes 48-Hour Free Cancellation Window for Air Travelers: New Refund Regulations to Enhance Passenger Rights
Nov 04, 2025 02:26 am CST
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed significant changes to air ticket refund policies, including a 48-hour window for passengers to cancel or amend tickets without additional charges. The new regulations also address refund responsibilities for tickets purchased through travel agents, mandate 21-day refund processing, and provide options for cancellations due to medical emergencies. These passenger-friendly measures aim to resolve ongoing issues with air ticket refunds.
