2 weeks ago
SpiceJet’s Pune Flights Face Repeated Delays, Passenger Complaints
SpiceJet flights traveling to and from Pune have been delayed many times since July 29.
At least seven flights were affected.
One flight from Delhi to Pune arrived more than two hours late.
Passengers also said water dripped from the plane’s air-conditioning vents.
This can sometimes happen when humid air turns into water near the cold vents.
Passengers said the delays were especially difficult for children, older people, and pregnant women.
An aviation expert said the airline should examine problems such as aircraft scheduling, crew availability, and technical issues.
He also said passengers can contact the airline or use AirSewa if their complaints are not resolved.
At least seven SpiceJet flights on the Pune sector have been disrupted since July 29.
Delhi–Pune flight SG105 was delayed by more than two hours on Tuesday night.
SG105 landed in Pune around 2:25 a.m., instead of its scheduled 11:55 p.m. arrival.
Passengers reported water dripping from the aircraft’s air-conditioning vents during the flight.
An aviation expert called for investigation of operational causes and closer regulatory attention.
- Who
- SpiceJet passengers, SpiceJet, and aviation expert Dhairyashil Vandekar.
- What
- At least seven Pune-sector SpiceJet flights were delayed or disrupted, including flight SG105, which also had reported water dripping from its air-conditioning vents.
- Where
- The disruptions involved the Pune sector, including the Delhi–Pune route.
- When
- Since July 29; the latest reported disruption occurred Tuesday night, with the flight landing early Wednesday.
- Why
- The specific causes have not been established; possible operational factors cited include aircraft rotation, crew availability, technical constraints, and network scheduling.
Key facts
- Airline
- SpiceJet
- Affected flights
- At least seven Pune-sector flights since July 29
- Flight
- SG105 from Delhi to Pune
- Scheduled timing
- Departure at 9:45 p.m. and arrival at 11:55 p.m.
- Actual timing
- Takeoff around 12:40 a.m. and landing around 2:25 a.m.
- Reported aircraft issue
- Water dripping through the air-conditioning vents
- Passenger recourse
- Passengers can approach SpiceJet and use AirSewa if complaints remain unresolved
Quotes
Gufran Rahman
traveler who posted on X (formerly Twitter)
“"SG105 Delhi-Pune was already delayed by over 2 hours. And there was a water leak (through AC vents) in the aircraft. This is unacceptable. Passenger safety must come first."”
indianexpress.com
Sources
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