Archive · 3 Dec 2025
IndiGo Cancels 70 Flights Due to Crew Shortage
IndiGo, a big airline, had to cancel over 70 flights because they didn't have enough crew members.
This happened because of new rules that say pilots and crew need more rest.
The airline also had problems with technology and crowded airports, which made things worse.
Many flights were delayed, and IndiGo's on-time performance was very low at 35%, which is much lower than other airlines.
Passengers were upset and had to wait a long time or find other flights.
The airline is trying to fix the problems and get things back to normal.
IndiGo canceled over 70 flights due to crew shortages and operational challenges.
The crew shortage is attributed to the implementation of the second phase of the Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms.
IndiGo's on-time performance dropped to 35% on Tuesday, significantly lower than its competitors.
Major airports affected include Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, with passengers facing long delays and cancellations.
The airline acknowledged the issues and is working to normalize operations, offering alternative flights or refunds to affected passengers.
- Who
- IndiGo
- What
- Canceled over 70 flights due to crew shortages and operational challenges
- When
- Wednesday, with disruptions starting on Tuesday
- Where
- Major airports including Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad
- Why
- Acute crew shortage due to the implementation of the second phase of FDTL norms, along with technology issues and airport congestion
- Company
- IndiGo
- Flight Cancellations
- Over 70 flights
- Reason for Cancellations
- Crew shortage due to FDTL norms
- On-Time Performance
- 35% on Tuesday
- Affected Airports
- Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad
- Competitors' On-Time Performance
- Air India: 67.2%, Air India Express: 79.5%, SpiceJet: 82.5%, Akasa Air: 73.2%
- FDTL Norms Implementation
- Second phase implemented on November 1
- Aircraft Fleet
- 416 total, 366 operational, 50 grounded
Sources
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