Pilot resignations leave Akasa Air in 'state of crisis'

Sep 21, 2023 Shipra Parashar

Akasa Air is navigating through a turbulent phase

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Sudden resignation of over 40 pilots pushed the airline in 'state of crisis'

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But Akasa Air CEO Vinay Dube claims that the airline remains financially robust

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Dube called Akasa Air a well-run airline with strong finances

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Sudden exits caused pilot shortage and led to cancellation of multiple flights

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Dube informed that they have a comprehensive ten-year plan in place

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Airline claims to have pilots in various stages of training to operate over 30 aircraft

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It sought DGCA’s intervention to enforce mandatory notice periods for resigning pilots

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Moreover, airline is taking legal action in Delhi and Mumbai HCs against resigning pilots

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Dube emphasised that their actions is not only breach of contracts…

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…but also contravened civil aviation regulations of the country

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