Overview
- The regulator approved a one‑time exemption for IndiGo’s A320 operations from specific night‑duty provisions under Phase‑II, including duties that encroach 0000–0500.
- Separately, the DGCA withdrew its instruction on weekly rest, allowing airlines to count pilot leave toward the 48‑hour rest requirement to accelerate roster realignment.
- IndiGo told the regulator the disruption arose from Phase‑II limits and acknowledged inadequate crew planning and rostering that led to widespread cancellations.
- Conditions include fortnightly progress reports and a 30‑day roadmap to full compliance, with mandatory 15‑day reviews and the option to revoke the relief at any time in the interest of safety.
- The action followed severe operational disruption, with reports of more than 550 IndiGo cancellations in a single day, as authorities moved to stabilise schedules and restore passenger services.