Air India Express Pilot Arrested for Hitting Passenger
Delhi Police arrested Captain Virendra Sejwal after he was accused of assaulting a passenger. The pilot had earlier joined the investigation. Read the full details.
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Air India Express Pilot Arrested for Hitting Passenger
An Air India Express pilot was arrested after allegedly assaulting a passenger at Delhi's IGI Airport. The incident, involving Captain Manoj Subramanyam, has sparked a police case and airline action.
Air India, IndiGo in fierce pilot hiring war
New flight safety rules trigger a fierce battle for captains between IndiGo and Air India. With resignations soaring and joining bonuses hitting ₹50 lakh, the race to secure pilots intensifies. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 to hire 900+ pilots amid new flight-limit rules
IndiGo plans to recruit over 900 pilots to comply with new night-flight regulations, but experts warn of significant hiring challenges ahead. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo Lifts Pilot Hiring Freeze Amid Operational Crisis
IndiGo ends pilot hiring freeze after flight cancellations crisis. Airline seeks A320 captains as it moves to stabilize operations following DGCA rule changes. Read the latest updates.
How DGCA's New Pilot Rules Impact IndiGo & Travelers
New DGCA pilot safety regulations, enforced from November 1, 2025, are causing operational challenges for IndiGo and affecting air travel. Understand the rules and their impact.
IndiGo Cancellations: 'ItDidn'tGo' Meme Goes Viral
IndiGo's mass flight cancellations strand passengers, spike fares 8-10x. Harsh Goenka's viral 'ItDidn'tGo' meme captures the frustration. Read about the pilot shortage crisis and government action.
IndiGo Shares Fall 7% Amid Mass Flight Cancellations
IndiGo's parent company sees market cap erode by ₹16,190 crore as new pilot duty rules trigger operational chaos. CEO expects normalcy by Dec 15. Read the full analysis.
Govt puts new pilot duty norms on hold for flight restoration
The Civil Aviation Ministry suspends new FDTL norms to tackle flight disruptions. IndiGo and other airlines to see normalcy within 72 hours. Details inside.
New Flight Duty Norms Suspended Amid IndiGo Disruptions
The Indian government has deferred new flight duty time limits for pilots to help airlines normalize operations after widespread IndiGo cancellations. Key details inside.
Govt Orders Probe Into IndiGo DGCA FDTL Crisis
The Indian government has launched a high-level inquiry and suspended DGCA's FDTL orders for IndiGo after a pilot duty time controversy. Get the full details.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: 500+ Cancellations, Fares Spike
IndiGo's operational crisis deepens with 500+ flights cancelled. New pilot duty rules trigger chaos, stranding thousands. Airfares hit record highs. Details on refunds & government action inside.
IndiGo gets DGCA relief on pilot duty rules till Feb 10
DGCA grants IndiGo temporary exemptions from new FDTL norms for night operations until February 10 to stabilise operations. The airline cancelled over 500 flights on Friday.
DGCA Chief Seeks Pilot Help for Smooth Flight Ops
DGCA chief appeals to pilots for cooperation to avoid operational disruptions causing delays and passenger inconvenience. Read the full story on the aviation regulator's call for action.
DGCA eases pilot rest rules, allows leave as weekly rest
India's aviation regulator DGCA reverses a key rule, allowing airlines to count pilot leave as weekly rest. This offers relief to carriers like IndiGo amid major flight disruptions. Read the full story.
Couple Attends Wedding Reception Online After IndiGo Flight Cancelled
A Bengaluru-based techie couple, stranded due to IndiGo's mass cancellations, joined their Hubballi wedding reception via video call. Read how the family adapted.
IndiGo Flight Chaos: Fares to Rise as Cancellations Mount
IndiGo's operational crisis leads to mass cancellations & delays. Airfares expected to surge 5-8% as airline cuts flights due to pilot shortage & new fatigue rules. Details inside.
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