The Indian aviation sector had been fastest growing over the past four years, making it the world’s envy. But this blistering pace of growth in passenger numbers has brought along its own share of challenges; the latest being the problems associated with Boeing737 MAX, which are operated by Jet AirwaysNSE -2.31 % and SpiceJet. ET takes stock of the major pain points for the burgeoning industry — technical problems with new aircraft, financial stress and cascading impact on capacity, and the shortage of air traffi c controllers.
Max & Neo: are they safe?
Airbus 320 (Neo), fitted with Pratt & Whitney engines, are yet to sort out its technical glitches, triggering safety concerns due to several incidents of mid-air engine shutdowns. Indian carriers most affected are IndiGoNSE 3.76 % and GoAir, as several aircraft are grounded due to the lack of spare engines.
