The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a penalty of ₹22.20 crore on IndiGo Airlines for repeated operational disruptions linked to crew and scheduling issues. The action follows regulatory scrutiny of flight delays and cancellations that impacted passengers. Meanwhile, pilots’ body Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has termed the fine a “meagre penalty.”
- Regulatory Action by DGCA:
The aviation regulator said the fine was imposed after identifying lapses in operational planning and compliance norms. - Disruptions Under Scrutiny:
IndiGo faced criticism for frequent flight delays and cancellations, raising concerns over passenger inconvenience. - Pilots’ Body Reaction:
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) stated that the penalty amount is inadequate considering the scale of disruptions. - Airline Accountability:
The fine highlights DGCA’s continued focus on enforcing operational discipline among airlines. - Impact on Operations:
IndiGo is expected to strengthen internal systems and crew management to prevent future disruptions.