IndiGo has enough pilots to meet operational needs; airline assures DGCA of no flight cancellations after Feb 10

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Tuesday said IndiGo has reported adequate pilot availability to meet its projected operational requirements and assured the watchdog of stability in its flight operations going ahead.

In a statement after its latest review meeting with the airline on January 19, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said, “As per latest meeting on 19 Jan, IndiGo reported adequate pilot availability against projected operational requirements.”

The regulator added that IndiGo has given an assurance on operational continuity in the coming weeks. “On Jan 19, IndiGo assured operational stability and no flight cancellations after February 10,” the DGCA said.


The Indian airline has seen heightened scrutiny of its operations following a series of disruptions across the nation in December. IndiGo, the country’s largest carrier by market share, has faced questions in recent months over fleet availability, engine issues and crew planning.

The DGCA said it will continue to keep a close watch on the airline. “Continue to closely monitor the airline’s operations,” the regulator said in its update.

Earlier this month, the aviation regulator penalised IndiGo with $2.45 million fine, issued warnings to senior executives and directed the airline to remove the head of its operations control from his duties after the disruptions.