InterGlobe Aviation’s IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has announced a boost in allowances for its pilots, coming weeks after the carrier faced widespread flight cancellations at Delhi Airport due to dense fog conditions. The move is aimed at improving pilot retention and morale amid operational pressures and industry competition.
Under the revised structure, pilots are set to receive higher duty and flying allowances, along with increased incentives tied to operational performance and schedule reliability. While the airline has not disclosed exact figures, industry sources indicate that the adjustments are competitive within the Indian aviation sector and designed to strengthen IndiGo’s workforce stability.
The decision follows challenges faced by IndiGo earlier in December 2025, when weather-related disruptions led to mass cancellations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, forcing the airline to manage crew rescheduling and customer service backlogs. The increased allowances are expected to support pilots dealing with demanding rostering and operational uncertainties.
IndiGo’s leadership says the enhanced pay structure underscores the airline’s commitment to its employees and long-term operational resilience as it continues to expand its domestic and international network.
