CANCELLING INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
Air India cancels scheduled flight for Indian cricket team charter
Air India used a Boeing 777 meant for a US-India flight to ferry the Indian cricket team from Barbados, triggering concern from regulators. The charter flight, organised by the BCCI, departed Bridgetown for Delhi. The DGCA is investigating as rules prohibit disrupting scheduled flights for charters. Air India allegedly cancelled a Newark-Delhi flight, causing passenger inconvenience. Charters are lucrative for airlines and were vital due to a hurricane stranding the cricket team.
Delhi Airport T1 Canopy Collapse: Terminal 1 operations suspended, passengers advised to check flight updates
Following a tragic canopy collapse at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, operations at Terminal 1 have been suspended indefinitely. The incident, which occurred during heavy rainfall, claimed one life and injured eight others. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has relocated all flights to Terminals 2 and 3, affecting over 20 IndiGo flights. A technical committee is investigating the cause, while the government has initiated airport-wide structural assessments. Passengers are advised to check flight statuses as authorities work to restore normal operations swiftly.
Canadian airline WestJet cancels at least 150 flights following a surprise strike by mechanics union
The strike came after the federal government issued a ministerial order for binding arbitration on Thursday. That followed two weeks of turbulent discussions with the union on a new deal. On Thursday, WestJet said the union "confirmed they will abide by the direction. Given this, a strike or lockout will not occur, and the airline will no longer proceed in cancelling flights".
Delhi Airport Terminal Collapse: Operations halted at T1, at least 130 flights canceled
A canopy collapse at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 1 led to a suspension of operations, affecting 128 flights. Passengers were redirected to Terminals 2 and 3. The Civil Aviation Ministry set up a "war room" for crisis management. Authorities are investigating, with steps planned to prevent future incidents. Airlines and the airport are managing increased traffic at the remaining terminals.
1 dead, 6 injured as roof collapses at Delhi Airport; Terminal 1 sees 123 flight cancellations
At least one person was killed and six others injured after a portion of the roof in the departure area of Delhi airport's Terminal 1 collapsed amid record rain. The tubular structure crushed cars, including cabs, shutting off entry into the building and leaving passengers stranded. Flights to and from the terminal at Indira Gandhi International Airport, one of the busiest in the world, were cancelled.
Delhi rains: Airlines cancel flights from Terminal 1 due to roof collapse incident at Delhi Airport
IndiGo and SpiceJet cancelled all flights to and from Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport on Friday following a roof collapse incident caused by heavy rains. The collapse occurred around 5 am, injuring several people. Emergency personnel are providing assistance and medical aid. All departures from Terminal 1 are suspended, and check-in counters are closed.
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Japan billionaire Maezawa cancels moon trip due to uncertainty over SpaceX rocket development
The tycoon in 2018 launched plans for the lunar flyby voyage. He bought seats for eight traveling companions in 2022 for what would be his second space journey after his 12-day trip to the International Space Station on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft in 2021.
Cyclone Remal: IndiGo airlines reschedules and cancels some flights
In a statement, the airlines said, "IndiGo has rescheduled and cancelled some flights due to Cyclone REMAL and the NOTAM issued in Kolkata. Passengers have been informed of all changes in advance and being provided real-time updates on social platforms".
Passengers face inconvenience as Kolkata Airport suspends flight operations amid cyclone 'Remal' scare
Passengers complained that the airlines did not inform them about the cancellation of their flights through email or registered phone number. Some of them demanded hotel costs and food allowance from the airline. Flight operations at Kolkata airport were suspended for 21 hours due to cyclone 'Remal'.
AI Express operations almost back to normal; no flight cancellation on Tue: Officials
The strike by the cabin crew was called last Thursday and the Tata Group-owned carrier also withdrew termination letters issued to 25 cabin crew following a conciliation meeting convened by the chief labour commissioner in the national capital.
Air India Express crisis: 5 flights cancelled in Kolkata; efforts on to get back to normalcy
According to the spokesperson, besides the 120 cancellations, the airline operated 246 flights to various destinations of which 20 flights were operated by Air India and two by Vistara.
After cancellation of 80 flights, Air India Express sacks nearly 30 crew members for mass sick leave
Air India Express Layoffs: Following the cancellation of approximately 80 flights, Air India Express, under Tata ownership, has terminated the employment of 25 cabin crew members for their failure to report to work. The salaries of crew members have been reduced by nearly 20% due to the merger of Air India Express with AirAsia India.
Air Vanuatu files for bankruptcy protection after cancelling all international flights
Ernst & Young Australia's Morgan Kelly, Justin Walsh and Andrew Hanson were appointed liquidators in an equivalent of a US Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the firm said in a statement. The liquidators said safety and maintenance checks would be made before normal operations resumed.
Air India Express crisis: several flights cancelled in Kolkata
The sudden mass sick leave taken by cabin crew had put the airline in trouble and it had to cancel around 88 flights across the country on Wednesday. More than 200 cabin crew had started reporting sick from Tuesday night to protest against alleged mismanagement at the airline.
Cabin crew crisis: Air India Express cancels over 100 flights; impacts 15,000 passengers
Air India Express has canceled over 100 flights impacting around 15,000 passengers as cabin crew protest alleged mismanagement. The airline will operate reduced flights until May 13 due to a shortage of crew. Civil aviation ministry seeks a report and urges prompt resolution. Passengers, mainly traveling to Gulf nations, faced delays and protests at airports in Kerala.
Air India's basic culture is bad, should be shut down: Ghulam Nabi Azad
Former Minister Azad criticizes Air India's 'bad culture' after flight cancellation. Crew shortage monitored by Ministry of Civil Aviation. Air India Express apologizes for disruptions. Vistara also faced pilot shortage issues in April.
AI Express flight cancellations: Cong, CPI seek Aviation Ministry intervention
Leader of Opposition in the state assembly V D Satheesan wrote to Union Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia highlighting the plight of the passengers and seeking his urgent intervention to ensure alternative travel arrangements for those affected.
Air India Express cancels more than 80 flights after crew members 'fall sick at last moment'
Air India Express has cancelled more than 80 flights due to a mass 'sick leave' by its senior crew member, leading to flight delays and cancellations. Civil Aviation authorities are investigating the issue, while the airline is working to minimise inconvenience to passengers and offering refunds or rescheduling options. Passengers are advised to check the status of their flights before heading to the airport.
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