IndiGo adds 330 pilots in FY26 as network tops 140 destinations
IndiGo added 330 pilots and 991 cabin crew in FY2026, taking total headcount to 41,907 as it added 14 destinations and operated more than 2,150 daily flights. The airline is reportedly planning to hire 1,000 more pilots following regulatory scrutiny of duty-time compliance.
IndiGo added 330 pilots and 991 cabin crew in FY2026 as it expanded by 14 destinations. Following regulatory scrutiny over duty-time compliance, the airline is reportedly planning to hire 1,000 more pilots and is building an MRO facility in Bengaluru.
Why this matters
The hiring increase supports IndiGo's recent shift toward premium cabins and long-haul routes, alongside its overseas growth plan built around fleet expansion, loyalty and premium offerings.
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