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After Trump tariff US eyes Indian aviation as FAA flags oversight amid airline turmoil

After Trump tariff US eyes Indian aviation as FAA flags oversight amid airline turmoil

India-US ties are strained, and now the spotlight is landing on aviation oversight. After IndiGo’s near shutdown in December, Air India’s fatal crash in Ahmedabad, and SpiceJet’s engineering and unpaid-salary problems, the US FAA is reportedly again worried about safety and regulatory standards in India. The operational collapse led IndiGo to cancel more than 4,500 flights, affecting about one million passengers, triggering a record DGCA fine and the exit of CEO Pieter Elbers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
SpiceJet moves Supreme Court after Delhi High Court rejects land title security request

SpiceJet moves Supreme Court after Delhi High Court rejects land title security request

SpiceJet has approached the Supreme Court, challenging Delhi High Court orders from May 4 and March 18 that refused its bid to provide an unencumbered plot of land in Gurugram as security. The court also directed the airline to immediately deposit the amount and imposed a Rs 50,000 cost after SpiceJet repeatedly sought changes to the deposit direction.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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IndiGo and SpiceJet plunge up to 7 as foreign travel warning hits demand

IndiGo and SpiceJet plunge up to 7 as foreign travel warning hits demand

IndiGo, SpiceJet and other travel-related stocks tumbled as Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to avoid non-essential foreign trips for a year. The move hit sector sentiment and expected demand just as crude oil prices surged, lifting aviation turbine fuel costs and squeezing airline margins further.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Delhi High Court rejects SpiceJet review plea and slaps Rs 50000 costs

Delhi High Court rejects SpiceJet review plea and slaps Rs 50000 costs

The Delhi High Court has dismissed SpiceJet and promoter Ajay Singh’s review petitions, imposing Rs 50,000 in costs. The decision follows an ongoing dispute with Kalanithi Maran and Maran-Kal Airways, where SpiceJet sought to challenge a court directive requiring a Rs 144 crore deposit. The ruling keeps the deposit order intact for now.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
SpiceJet Faces Claims of Unpaid Dues for 500 Ex Employees After Years of Waiting

SpiceJet Faces Claims of Unpaid Dues for 500 Ex Employees After Years of Waiting

SpiceJet is facing fresh scrutiny after more than 500 former employees alleged long delays in receiving full and final settlements. The controversy surfaced publicly when ex cabin crew member Rishita Bhardwaj claimed her dues remain pending three years after resignation. The claims echo SpiceJet’s broader financial and operational troubles, with regulators watching as the airline has not responded.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Startup Talky on 4 May 2026
SpiceJet cancels flights at last minute stranding Mumbai passengers and blaming prior weather impact

SpiceJet cancels flights at last minute stranding Mumbai passengers and blaming prior weather impact

SpiceJet cancelled at least three flights from Mumbai’s Terminal 1 at the last minute on April 30, leaving passengers stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. The airline cited an operational breakdown tied to an aircraft being grounded, alongside adverse weather at a previous station in Bagdogra, which severely disrupted aircraft rotation and led to the cancellations.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 30 Apr 2026

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Jet Fuel Hits Rs 2 Lakh Per Kilolitre Sending IndiGo SpiceJet Stocks Tumbling Today

Jet Fuel Hits Rs 2 Lakh Per Kilolitre Sending IndiGo SpiceJet Stocks Tumbling Today

Indian airline shares plunged in the day’s most turbulent session as ATF prices crossed Rs 2 lakh per kilolitre. IndiGo slipped 2.79% to Rs 4,434 and SpiceJet fell 2.58% to Rs 14.35. With ATF costs up 115% since April, investors fear widening losses and pressure on quarterly earnings across the sector.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 29 Apr 2026
SpiceJet starts job cuts as delayed salaries and unpaid dues pile up

SpiceJet starts job cuts as delayed salaries and unpaid dues pile up

SpiceJet, India’s oldest private airline, is rapidly deteriorating operationally and financially. With capacity sharply reduced, the carrier has begun furloughs and is delaying salaries for employees by up to two months or more. Unpaid dues including GST, TDS, and PF are also accumulating, deepening uncertainty for staff and stakeholders as the airline hunts for a lifeline.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Dec chaos could hit IndiGo Q3 profits as SpiceJet’s troubles deepen

Dec chaos could hit IndiGo Q3 profits as SpiceJet’s troubles deepen

IndiGo’s December quarter is usually its strongest, but disruptions tied to December chaos may pressure Q3 results. The outlook could worsen as SpiceJet remains unstable, with analysts warning it could slip into losses if IndiGo cuts profits by nearly one-third. Together, the two carriers face a tougher operating and demand environment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Delhi High Court delays SpiceJet plea over Rs 144 crore deposit in Maran dispute

Delhi High Court delays SpiceJet plea over Rs 144 crore deposit in Maran dispute

The Delhi High Court has reserved its decision after taking time on SpiceJet’s review petition filed by the airline and its head, Ajay Singh. They want to challenge an earlier ruling that ordered a Rs 144 crore deposit in their dispute involving Kalanithi Maran and Kal Airways. The case is now awaiting the court’s next call.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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SpiceJet and Akasa Air collide at Delhi airport on ground DGCAs probe begins immediately

SpiceJet and Akasa Air collide at Delhi airport on ground DGCAs probe begins immediately

A SpiceJet aircraft and an Akasa Air flight collided on the ground at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. The impact damaged the right winglet of the SpiceJet plane and the horizontal stabiliser of the Akasa Air aircraft. While passengers on the Akasa flight were safe, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation has started an investigation to determine what led to the collision.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
SpiceJet furloughs 150 cabin crew for three months Here is what it could mean for your flight

SpiceJet furloughs 150 cabin crew for three months Here is what it could mean for your flight

SpiceJet plans to temporarily furlough 150 cabin crew members for three months, citing a lean travel season and a reduced fleet size. The airline says the move is meant to safeguard long-term stability while preserving health benefits and earned leave. SpiceJet is also under enhanced DGCA surveillance after a special audit in August 2024.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
SpiceJet in red ink as revenue drops 40% and losses deepen

SpiceJet in red ink as revenue drops 40% and losses deepen

SpiceJet’s recent numbers raise fresh concerns despite last year’s INR 3,000 crore funding. In the April–June quarter, usually its strongest period, the airline posted an INR 240 crore loss. Free cash dropped from INR 700 crore in March to around INR 300 crore in June, while revenue fell 40% between March and June. Can it turn around in time?

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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