What's happened
Air India Express and Scoot face disruptions as Air India Express cancels 85 flights due to cabin crew calling in sick, while Scoot cancels flights because of an industry-wide shortage of aircraft parts.
Why it matters
The flight cancellations by Air India Express and Scoot due to different reasons highlight challenges in the aviation industry, impacting passengers and raising concerns about operational disruptions.
What the papers say
Air India Express faced disruptions as cabin crew called in sick, affecting 85 flights, while Scoot cancelled flights due to an industry-wide shortage of aircraft parts.
How we got here
Air India Express and Scoot are both facing operational challenges, with Air India Express integrating with AirAsia India and Scoot dealing with a shortage of aircraft parts.
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Air India is the flag carrier airline of India, headquartered at New Delhi. It is owned by Air India Limited, a government-owned enterprise, and operates a fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft serving 102 domestic and international destinations.
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Air India Express is an Indian low-cost airline headquartered in Kochi, Kerala. It is operated by Air India Express Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Indian flag carrier airline Air India.