Air India Express cancels 70 flights after crew members go on 'mass sick leave'

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on May 8, 2024
Air India Express has cancelled more than 70 international and domestic flights from Tuesday night to Wednesday morning due to "mass sick leave" among senior crew members, according to the airline's spokeswoman. The guests who have been affected by the cancellations would be refunded or receive a complimentary rescheduling, the...

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Published on May 8, 2024 -  03:02
Air India Suffers Major Setback as Crew Stages Mass Sick Leave, 86 Flights Canceled; Several Delayed
Air India Express faced major disruptions as 86 flights were canceled due to cabin crew members staging a mass sick leave, protesting new employment terms post-merger with Tata Group. Allegations of inequality and modifications to compensation packages fueled discontent. Passengers were left uninformed, prompting complaints on social media. #AirIndia #AirIndiaExpress #TataGroup #SickLeave #AirIndianews #Flights #Vistara #Worldnews #Indianews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.103~HT.318~GR.124~

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