The sudden shortage of crew members led to flights being grounded, affecting both domestic and international routes. Sources said that some senior crew members switched off their mobile phones just before flight operations, citing health issues.
In a meeting that continued for about four and a half hours regarding the human resource crisis at Air India Express, an agreement was reached with the crew members addressing all their concerns.
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India announced to suspend flights to and from Tel Aviv until April 30, assuring the safety of their customers and crew members.
Vistara, one of India's premier airlines, is gearing up to take a significant step in flight operations following a string of disruptions in recent weeks.
Aircraft engine supplier and services provider GE Aerospace has collaborated with Air India on the signing of a flight operations software contract. According to a press release, this strategic partnership marks Air India as the first enterprise in India to adopt GE's 'FlightPulse' pilot app
Vistara was plagued with sudden mass sick leave reported by pilots that impacted its flight operations across India leading to the cancellation and delay of flights.