'It has got to be the biggest error in aviation. If it is the biggest error, then all those individuals in positions of power should be removed because they have caused the biggest meltdown in Indian aviation history.' https://www.rediff.com/news/interview/biggest-meltdown-in-indian-aviation-history/20251208.htm
Aviation consultant Sanjay Lazar, CEO of Avialaz Consultants, reveals that IndiGo ceased pilot recruitment despite knowing the requirements and requested 900 additional flights for the winter despite pilot shortages.
In this two-part interview with Prasana D Zore/Rediff, Lazar examines whether the planning failure was intentional and questions why immediate action was not taken when warning signs appeared
by By PRASANNA D ZORE
08/12/2025