Mass cancellations reveal poor planning. Airlines had over a year to prepare for the new DGCA rostering norms. This crisis was avoidable
New rules target pilot fatigue, a major accident factor. They enforce longer rest, and stricter night duty limits, matching global best practices
Rules demand more pilots amid massive fleet growth. Orders for 1500+ planes will require 20,000+ new pilots, creating a severe talent squeeze
Pilots' body cites hiring freezes. Urges DGCA to approve schedules only if airlines prove adequate staffing for safe, reliable operations
Hiring is slow due to quality issues. Most flying schools lack top DGCA rankings, forcing expensive training for new hires or foreign recruitment
Sustainable growth needs a holistic HR focus: forecast demand, hire continuously, and elevate training standards to match fleet expansion