An IndiGo flight from London to Mumbai, disrupted by Middle East conflict issues on March 8, will now resume on March 10 after crew rest. Passengers affected by the disruption are being assisted with hotel stays and visas. The ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States has led to airspace restrictions affecting international flights.
Several flights, including an IndiGo aircraft bound for Manchester from New Delhi, have been impacted by sudden airspace restrictions. Flight 6E033 had to return to Delhi after spending seven hours in the air due to last-minute airspace changes in West Asia. The airline anticipates potential longer routes or diversions for some flights as the situation evolves.
Ensuring passenger, crew, and aircraft safety is the airline’s top priority. Flight tracking data showed the aircraft reversing course near Ethiopia and Eritrea before returning to Delhi. The disruption also affected investor sentiment, with InterGlobe Aviation shares falling around 4% on the BSE. Analysts attribute pressure on aviation stocks to surging crude oil prices amid the conflict.
