IndiGo, Air India in fierce pilot hiring battle
A severe captain shortage grips Indian aviation. IndiGo commits to hiring 100 pilots, Air India advertises, as new safety rules and poaching intensify the crisis. Joining bonuses soar to Rs 50 lakh.
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IndiGo hikes pilot allowances, adds tail swap pay from Jan 1
IndiGo announces increased allowances for pilots, including a new tail swap payment, effective January 1. Pilots see it as a small but positive step towards addressing fatigue concerns. Read more.
IndiGo hikes pilot allowances after mass cancellations
IndiGo announces increased pilot allowances from January 1 to boost morale, following mass flight cancellations and foreign airline poaching threats. Read the full details.
IndiGo Increases Pilot Allowances After Cancellations
IndiGo announces a 50% hike in pilot layover allowances, a key move following recent mass flight cancellations. Get the full details on the revised rates and the airline's strategy.
IndiGo Increases Pilot Allowances from 2026
IndiGo announces revised cockpit crew allowances, effective 1 Jan 2026. Captains & First Officers to get higher layover, deadhead, and other allowances. Details inside.
American Airlines Pilot's Salary Sparks Viral Envy Online
An American Airlines pilot's monthly earnings have gone viral, sparking widespread envy and debate. Discover the details and how it compares globally.
Pilot's $457K Salary Sparks Career Change Debate Online
A Reddit post revealing an American Airlines pilot's $457,000 annual salary has gone viral, making netizens question their careers. Discover the details and what it takes to become a pilot.
Pilot's Salary Post on Reddit Leaves Netizens Stunned
An American Airlines pilot shared their pay statement online, revealing a hefty salary and sparking a debate on pilot compensation. Is it enough for the responsibility? Read more.
New Regional Carriers No Answer to Aviation Duopoly: Pilots
The Indian Pilots' Guild argues new regional airlines won't break the IndiGo-Air India duopoly. They call for policy changes to ensure fair competition and pilot job security. Read more.
Paragliding Pilot Saves Tourists, Sacrifices Life in Himachal
A heroic paragliding pilot in Himachal's Bir Billing sacrificed his life to save two tourists during a crash. Read about his final act of courage and the community's response.
Pilot-Passenger Scuffle at Delhi Airport: CCTV Footage Scrutinised
Delhi Police examine CCTV footage & medical report confirming assault on passenger by an Air India Express pilot at IGI Airport. Details of the December 19 altercation revealed.
Dating App Joke Backfires: Pilot Unmatches Over IndiGo Refund Quip
A woman's humorous message about an IndiGo refund to a pilot she matched with led to an instant unmatch. The viral incident sparked online debate about humor and sensitivity amid the airline's recent operational chaos.
Air India Express Pilot Booked for Assaulting Passenger
An Air India Express pilot is under investigation after an FIR was filed for allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident occurred on April 14. Read the full details.
IndiGo to Contact Passengers for ₹10,000 Vouchers from Dec 26
IndiGo begins contacting passengers impacted by December flight disruptions for ₹10,000 travel vouchers. Learn who is eligible and the process for those who booked via partners.
Lawyer: Delhi Airport Incident Facts Misrepresented
Lawyer for pilot Anup Kumar Sejwal alleges misrepresentation of facts in the Delhi Airport incident. Get the full story on the legal arguments and the pilot's defense.
IndiGo Crisis Highlights DGCA's Revolving-Door Leadership
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations reignite debate over DGCA's leadership by generalist IAS officers, questioning regulatory oversight and aviation safety in India's booming sector.
Mexico Pilot Barricades in Cockpit Over Unpaid Wages
A pilot in Mexico City refused to take off, barricading himself to protest 5 months of unpaid salary. Passengers evacuated as authorities investigate. Read the full story.
IndiGo CEO: Airline Overcomes Operational Crisis
IndiGo CEO Peter Elbers assures employees the operational crisis is over, with the network restored to 2,200 flights. A comprehensive external review is underway.
DGCA Issues Caution for Students Going Abroad for Pilot Training
India's DGCA warns students about risks of foreign pilot training. The regulator clarifies it has no oversight on overseas institutions. Read the full advisory for crucial due diligence steps.
IndiGo's Night Flight Dominance & DGCA Exemption Crisis
IndiGo's control of 60% of India's midnight-6am flights clashed with new pilot rest rules, causing mass cancellations. A DGCA exemption offers a temporary fix until February 10.
IndiGo's Night Flight Dominance and DGCA Exemption
IndiGo's massive share of flights between midnight and 6 am left it uniquely vulnerable to new pilot duty rules, forcing a DGCA exemption. Read how India's largest airline flew into a storm.
Delhi HC Seeks DGCA Reply on Pilot Fatigue Rules Contempt
Delhi High Court demands DGCA's response to contempt plea by pilots' union over alleged dilution of fatigue rules. Next hearing set for April 17, 2026. Read the full details.
Indigo IT Failure Grounds Flights, Reveals Tech Gaps
A major IT system failure at IndiGo caused widespread flight disruptions. The airline cites 100% technology insufficiency, raising questions on infrastructure resilience.
IndiGo Pilots: Flight Chaos Engineered to Pressure Govt
IndiGo pilots allege recent mass flight cancellations were orchestrated to pressure the government into delaying new safety rules. They demand a forensic probe. Read the shocking details.
IndiGo Failed to Comply with New Pilot Duty Rules: Minister
Junior Aviation Minister Murlidhar Mohol says IndiGo was aware of revised Flight Duty Time Limitation norms but did not comply, leading to cancellations. A show-cause notice has been issued to the CEO. Read the full story.
IndiGo Board's Role Questioned Amid Flight Chaos
The ongoing IndiGo crisis raises serious questions about its high-profile board's oversight of new pilot rest rules. Did the risk committee fail? Read the full investigation.
IndiGo Flight Meltdown Disrupts Weddings Across India
IndiGo's flight cancellations & delays are causing wedding chaos. Passengers miss ceremonies, lose luggage with outfits & jewels. Read how travel nightmares are spoiling big days.
Probe into IndiGo's FDTL Norms Delay and Flight Crisis
A government panel investigates if IndiGo wasted time lobbying DGCA for exemptions from new flight duty rules instead of preparing, leading to operational chaos. Details inside.
IndiGo cancels 20 Guwahati flights, crisis till Dec 10
IndiGo cancels 20 flights from Guwahati due to pilot shortage, chaos eases as passengers get advance notice. Key routes affected, full waiver offered.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations: DGCA Notices CEO
IndiGo cancels hundreds of flights due to new pilot duty norms and planning gaps. DGCA issues show-cause notice to CEO. Airline expects normalcy by December 10. Read the full story.
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