Aviation regulator DGCA in its interim order on Wednesday directed SpiceJet to operate no more than 50 per cent of its flights approved in the summer schedule for a period of eight weeks on safety concerns.
“In view of the findings of various spot checks, inspections and the reply to the show cause notice submitted by SpiceJet, for the continued sustenance of safe and reliable transport service, the number of departures of SpiceJet are hereby restricted to 50 per cent of the number of departures approved under summer schedule 2022 for a period of 8 weeks,” the aviation regulator’s order said.
“During these eight weeks period, the airline shall be subjected to ‘enhanced surveillance’ by the DGCA. Further decision in the matter shall be taken thereafter,” it said.
