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Indian Express
13-07-2025
- Indian Express
Passengers complain of lack of info and facilities as Dubai flight delayed by 10 hrs
A SpiceJet flight from Mumbai to Dubai was delayed by more than 10 hours on Sunday morning, triggering chaotic scenes at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai, with passengers saying there was lack of communication and help from the airline. According to officials, flight SG-13 was scheduled for departure at 1.50 am on July 13 but was grounded by what the airline afterwards described as a 'last-minute' technical problem. 'The aircraft was being serviced and the operation took longer than expected, with the operating crew crossing their Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL),' a SpiceJet spokesperson said, rendering an apology from the airlines for the inconvenience. A fresh team of crew was organised by morning, and the flight landed safely in Dubai later in the day. Several passengers complained about how the delay was managed, while some of them turned to social media to complain. 'We were left waiting for hours with the information of a delay of just few minutes. Nobody gave us any clear explanation, and the crew just kept on telling us to wait,' one passenger posted on X. 'They did not even make an announcement. It was like we were totally forgotten, until we decided to stage a protest.' Videos posted online depict groups of visibly agitated passengers at the terminal, some chanting slogans and seeking explanation from the airline. The protest continued for a few hours, prompting the intervention of CISF and airport officials. Some passengers said they had to sleep on the floor and buy food for themselves, alleging that the airline did not provide any facilities. A source at the Mumbai airport said, 'The officials were made aware of the delay and the airline was notified to ensure passenger assistance.'
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Medical emergency: Pilot collapses minutes before Bengaluru-Delhi flight take-off; hospitalised
MUMBAI: An Air India pilot collapsed minutes before he was to operate an early morning flight from Bengaluru to Delhi on Friday. The pilot was hospitalised and is currently stable. A standby crew member was called in to operate the flight. AI flight 2414 was scheduled to depart at 3.05am and land in Delhi at 5.55am. After the crew change, the flight departed at 4.36am. Air India confirmed the incident. "There was a medical emergency involving one of our pilots in the early hours of July 4. As a result, the pilot was unable to operate the flight AI2414 from Bengaluru to was taken to a local hospital immediately. He is currently stable but continues to be under the supervision," it said in a statement. In April, an AI Express pilot (28) died shortly after landing a Srinagar to Delhi flight. In Nov 2023, a 37-year-old Air India pilot, undergoing training, collapsed and died at Delhi airport. Three months earlier, in August, an IndiGo pilot of a Nagpur-Pune flight collapsed at the boarding gate. He was declared dead at the hospital. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The death brought focus on Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL)-mandatory rostering norms that lay down the maximum duty and minimum rest time for pilots to check fatigue and ensure flight safety. In April this year, Delhi high court closed a bunch of petitions filed by pilot groups and individual pilots on FDTL after DGCA assured the court of phase-wise implementation of a revised FDTL from July 1. TOI sent a query to five airlines about implementation of revised FDTL. Air India said it "confirms the successful implementation of Phase 1 of the new FDTL regulations, effective July 1, 2025". IndiGo said, "We are closely aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and continue to comply with DGCA's guidelines." None of the other airlines responded.
News18
22-06-2025
- News18
Chandigarh-Lucknow IndiGo Flight Cancelled After Facing Technical Snag
Last Updated: This comes only a few days after an IndiGo flight from Guwahati to Chennai was forced to divert to Bengaluru after the pilot issued a 'fuel mayday' call due to insufficient fuel. A Lucknow-bound IndiGo flight from Chandigarh was cancelled on Sunday after the pilot detected a technical snag during pre-flight checks, reported ANI, citing sources. The passengers of the flight that was scheduled to take off from Chandigarh were deplaned safely. 'The issue was identified prior to departure, and the aircraft did not proceed with takeoff. The affected passengers were either accommodated on alternate flights or offered a full refund," according to the ANI sources. This comes only a few days after an IndiGo flight from Guwahati to Chennai was forced to divert to Bengaluru after the pilot issued a 'fuel mayday' call due to insufficient fuel in the plane. The incident reportedly took place on Thursday. According to ANI sources, the diversion was necessary as Chennai airport was facing heavy air traffic. 'The diversion occurred because of congestion at Chennai airport, which prevented the aircraft from landing there in time. Passengers were on board during the emergency reroute," they said. The aircraft landed safely at Bengaluru airport at 8:15 PM, where arrangements were made to ensure passengers' comfort during the unscheduled stop. 'During the refuelling process, passengers were provided refreshments, and their baggage was offloaded. Due to Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL), the airline had to arrange for a fresh crew," sources added. The flight resumed its journey and subsequently departed for Chennai at 10:24 PM. First Published: June 22, 2025, 22:02 IST
Indian Express
21-06-2025
- Indian Express
Chennai-bound Indigo flight lands in Bengaluru after pilot announces ‘fuel mayday'
Indigo flight 6E-6764 operating from Guwahati to Chennai on Thursday made an emergency landing at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru after the pilot announced a 'fuel mayday'. The aircraft (Airbus A321) departed Guwahati at 4.40 pm and attempted to land in Chennai around 7.45 pm but had to abort due to insufficient fuel, prompting the pilot to issue a 'fuel mayday' alert. It landed in Bengaluru at 8.15 pm, with all 168 passengers evacuated safely. The incident triggered fresh aviation safety concerns, following closely on the heels of the UK-bound Air India flight crash near Ahmedabad airport last week. Although Indigo has not issued any official statement, sources in the airline company told The Indian Express that the flight encountered a fuel emergency after being denied landing at Chennai airport due to air traffic congestion. 'Since the flight did not receive clearance to land at Chennai due to congestion and was flying at low fuel, the pilot announced a fuel mayday as per the protocol, and the aircraft was diverted to Bengaluru. The Bengaluru ATC (Air Traffic Control) gave a priority landing, and the flight landed safely at 8.15 pm. Contrary to some reports, the pilot did not announce a mayday, instead a fuel mayday, which is different,' said a source from the airline company. 'Post landing, passengers were deboarded without reported injuries and were given refreshments at the airport, as per protocol,' the source added. The aircraft was refuelled and took off with a new crew and 168 passengers to Chennai at around 10.30 pm. 'Since the Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) of the crew lapsed, a new crew took over the flight as per protocol and took off to Chennai at around 10.24 pm,' said the source. The incident comes a day after another Indigo flight, headed to Madurai, flew back to Chennai after a mid-air snag. After flying for about half an hour, the pilot detected the issue and sought permission to fly back to Chennai. The plane carrying about 68 passengers landed safely.
Canada Standard
19-06-2025
- Canada Standard
Operational, regulatory, weather factors drive recent Air India disruptions: Spokesperson
By Shafali Nigam New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Amid a spate of flight disruptions, Air India has clarified that a mix of operational, regulatory, and environmental challenges--not just technical issues--are behind the recent cancellations and delays across its domestic and international network. In an official update issued on June 18, the airline detailed the status of several affected flights over the past 48 hours, citing causes ranging from inclement weather to regulatory crew duty norms and environmental hazards. According to the airline spokesperson, AI2491 from Mumbai to Lucknow, scheduled for June 17, was cancelled due to a cascading impact of flight diversions triggered by heavy rains in Delhi. The resulting delays led to the operating crew exceeding the permissible Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL), forcing a cancellation on operational grounds. Similarly, AI160 from London to Ahmedabad, also on June 17, was rescheduled due to a combination of FDTL constraints and restrictions on night operations at Ahmedabad airport. Passengers were informed that a revised schedule would be communicated shortly. On June 18, AI188 from Toronto to Delhi was cancelled due to extended maintenance work, which again caused the crew to fall outside permissible duty hours. Passengers had already boarded but were safely disembarked, the airline said. AI996 from Dubai to Delhi, also scheduled for June 18, was the only flight in the update confirmed to have been cancelled due to a technical issue. Passengers on board were disembarked before departure. Meanwhile, AI2145 from Delhi to Bali was forced to return mid-flight due to reports of volcanic activity near the destination airport. 'The decision to air return was taken purely in the interest of safety,' the spokesperson noted, adding that the aircraft landed safely back in Delhi and all passengers were deboarded without incident. Air India acknowledged the inconvenience caused and assured that ground staff are actively working to make alternate travel arrangements for affected passengers. 'Full refunds or complimentary rescheduling options have been offered,' the spokesperson said. The airline also advised that due to ongoing enhanced aircraft inspections, continuing weather disturbances, and airspace restrictions, further disruptions may occur. Passengers have been urged to check real-time flight updates via the airline's website or customer care numbers. (ANI)
