The Airline Pilots’ Association of India (APAI) has expressed its “profound concern and deep disappointment” over the selective dispensations granted to IndiGo Airlines for the implementation of the revised Flight Duty Time Limitations Civil Aviation Requirement (FDTL CAR Phase II). In a strong letter to the Director General of Civil Aviation, the Association said the decision “undermines the spirit of FDTL regulations and gravely compromises the safety of the flying public.” APAI is a member of the International Federation of Airline Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA).

IFALPA Flags Breach of Assurances

Capt. Sam Thomas, Director–IFALPA, said that during a November 24, 2025 meeting, it was “unequivocally agreed” that no exemption driven by commercial interests would be granted to any operator

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