The Indian domestic aviation sector was rocked earlier this month when hundreds of IndiGo flights were cancelled following the implementation of new crew rostering regulations, triggering widespread disruption at major airports. Passengers faced long delays, overcrowding and uncertainty, prompting public outrage and renewed debate around operational resilience and passenger care.
On social media, many travellers nostalgically remembered airlines such as Jet Airways and Kingfisher, arguing that the absence of legacy full-service carriers is being felt during periods of stress in the system.
Jet Airways, once regarded as the benchmark for full-service aviation in India, formally reached the end of its turbulent journey in November 2024…