IndiGo's Penalty Woes: Appeal Rejected by DGCA

IndiGo loses appeal against DGCA order imposing penalty for alleged pilot training lapses

In September 2025, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) imposed a fine of ₹20 lakh each on the Director Flight Operations and Director Training of IndiGo for alleged failure to use qualified simulators for pilot training at certain airports

IndiGo's Penalty Woes: Appeal Rejected by DGCA

IndiGo's Penalty Woes: Appeal Rejected by DGCA On Friday, aviation giant IndiGo announced that an appellate authority dismissed its challenge against the Directorate General of Civil Aviation's (DGCA) penalties on two key executives. The penalties were issued for the alleged failure in utilizing qualified simulators for pilot training at designated Category C airports.In a significant move last September, the DGCA imposed a fine of Rs 20 lakh ea…

IndiGo Blow: DGCA Reinstates ₹40 Lakh Fine on Top Directors Over Training Violations - Business League

IndiGo’s top brass just got a reality check from the DGCA Appellate Authority. As of Friday, January 9, 2026, the regulator has officially shut the door on the airline’s appeal, reinstating a heavy fine for some serious training shortcuts. The thing is, this isn’t just a corporate slap on the wrist. We’re talking about ₹40 lakh in total—₹20 lakh each—hitting the personal pockets of the Director of Flight Operations and the Director of Training. …