Marketplace All-in-One India's biggest airline faces another day of delays and cancellations
Dec 5, 2025
Archana Shukla, a Mumbai-based journalist specializing in Indian aviation, dives deep into the chaos surrounding IndiGo's flight cancellations and delays stemming from a severe pilot shortage and technical issues. She outlines the airline's plans to navigate these challenges, including exemptions until February and operational cuts starting December 8th. Archana also discusses the criticism facing IndiGo and the aviation regulator's decisions that may prolong disruptions. Her insights shed light on a turbulent moment for one of India's biggest airlines.
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Pilot Shortage Is Core Cause
- IndiGo's mass cancellations stem largely from a pilot shortage amplified by new crew rostering rules.
- The airline expects disruptions to continue for weeks and may need until February to fully adapt.
Plan Alternatives And Buy Flexibly
- Passengers should plan alternative travel and expect limited rescheduling options as IndiGo cuts operations from December 8.
- Book flexible tickets and check other carriers like Air India or Vistara when seeking alternatives.
Regulator Grants Temporary Exemption
- India's regulator granted IndiGo an exemption until February to adapt to new crew rostering rules.
- The exemption acknowledges industry strain but signals a prolonged transition rather than immediate relief.