Air India Express Faces Flight Disruption as Crew Members Call in Sick
Air India Express Faces Flight Disruption as Crew Members Call in Sick Concerns Arise as 70 Flights Canceled or Delayed Air India Express, the low-cost subsidiary of Air India, encountered significant disruptions in its flight operations on Wednesday as more than 70 flights, both international and domestic, were canceled or delayed due to senior crew members calling in sick. The sudden shortage of crew members has raised concerns within the Ministry of Civil Aviation, prompting close monitoring of the situation. Operational Challenges Highlighted The disruptions began on Tuesday night and continued into Wednesday morning, leading to grounded flights and affecting scheduled operations on various routes. Civil Aviation authorities are actively investigating the matter, particularly as some senior crew members reportedly switched off their mobile phones just before flight operations, citing health issues. Apology Issued to Affected Passengers In response to the situation, Air India Expres...