India Scraps Pilot Rest Rules After IndiGo Cancellations Strand Travelers
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India’s aviation ministry has reversed new pilot rest requirements to help the carrier IndiGo end five days of major flight disruptions. The airline canceled hundreds of flights after the rules created a staffing shortage during a peak travel period.
The ministry withdrew the policy change to give the beleaguered airline immediate relief. IndiGo is now scrambling to restore its schedule and assist stranded passengers.
The crisis highlights the delicate balance between safety regulations, which mandate adequate rest for pilots, and operational demands during busy travel seasons.