Archive · 17 Jan 2026
Chaos on IndiGo Flight to Krabi
A flight from Mumbai to Krabi was delayed for over nine hours.
Passengers got very upset and started arguing with the flight attendant, demanding to speak to the pilots.
Some passengers acted aggressively, even kicking the door.
Two passengers were asked to leave the plane and were given to the security.
The airline said they provided meals and help during the delay.
Passengers believe the delay was due to the pilot refusing to fly after exceeding duty hours, while the airline attributes the delay to multiple operational factors.
Flight 6E 1085 from Mumbai to Krabi was delayed for over nine hours.
Passengers became unruly and aggressive, demanding to speak with the pilots.
Videos show passengers arguing with a flight attendant and kicking the aircraft door.
Two passengers were deboarded and handed over to security agencies.
IndiGo stated that meals and refreshments were provided during the delay.
- Who
- Passengers on IndiGo flight 6E 1085 from Mumbai to Krabi
- What
- Chaos and unruly behavior due to a prolonged flight delay
- When
- January 15, 2026
- Where
- Mumbai Airport
- Why
- Operational factors including late aircraft arrival, air traffic congestion, and crew duty time limits
Passengers
IndiGo
Reason for Delay
Passengers
Passengers believe the delay was due to the pilot refusing to fly after exceeding duty hours.
IndiGo
IndiGo attributes the delay to multiple operational factors, including late aircraft arrival, air traffic congestion, and crew duty time limits.
- Flight Number
- 6E 1085
- Scheduled Departure
- 4:05 AM, January 15, 2026
- Actual Departure
- 1:21 PM, January 15, 2026
- Delay Duration
- Over 9 hours
- Passengers Deboarded
- 2
- Reason for Delay
- Operational factors, including late aircraft arrival, air traffic congestion, and crew duty time limits
- Passenger Actions
- Demanding to speak with pilots, aggressive behavior, and kicking the aircraft door
Sources
IndiGo Mumbai–Krabi Flight Chaos: Viral Video Shows Ruckus On Board Due To Delay, Flyers Charging Towards Cockpit; 2 Passengers Deboarded
Video: Chaos On Thailand-Bound IndiGo Flight As Pilot Refuses To Fly After Duty Hours
WATCH | Passengers fly into a rage after pilot of IndiGo flight to Krabi refuses to takeoff. Here’s why
IndiGo's Mumbai-Krabi flight delayed over three hours, chaos onboard - Telegraph India
