As for the current announcement, the airline will embark on “massive” international expansion plans and the carrier will connect Nairobi in Kenya and Jakarta in Indonesia, with direct flights from Mumbai in late July or early August. The expansion also comes at a time when there is a rising demand for international travel from, to and via India, as well as the government’s efforts to develop an international aviation hub in the country.

Later, IndiGo will also add flights from Delhi to Georgia, Azerbaijan, Uzebkistan, Kazakhstan and restart flight to Hong Kong. “Delhi will get connected in August to Tbilisi, Georgia & Baku, Azerbaijan and in September to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and Almaty, Kazakhstan,” IndiGo said in a release on Friday.

IndiGo said it will also be resuming daily services from Delhi to Hong Kong in August. This flight was suspended three years ago during the coronavirus pandemic. While noting that it is taking a “massive step in its international expansion strategy,” IndiGo said it will be adding an “impressive 174 new weekly international flights between June and September 2023, including new destinations, routes, and frequencies”.

“The addition of these exciting new destinations, new direct flight routes, enhanced flight frequencies, and strategic codeshare partnerships, will help us expand our footprint across four continents with Africa and Central Asia being penetrated for the first time. With this expansion in our network, we will now be directly touching 32 international destinations (up from 26), next to our 78 domestic destinations,” IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers said.

Meanwhile, IndiGo is strengthening its connectivity to Europe through the codeshare connections with Turkish Airlines. Currently, it offers connectivity to 33 destinations in Europe via Istanbul. “As part of the codeshare partnership with Turkish Airlines, IndiGo will soon be offering connectivity to North America, closing final regulatory approvals,” the release said.

IndiGo, the country’s largest airline with a domestic market share of more than 57 per cent, has a fleet of over 300 planes and operates more than 1,800 daily flights, reported PTI.

Source: Bureau

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However, more than flying the plane, the female participation is quite evident among cabin crew members. Female cabin crew members are ruling the skies over the Indian airspace, with more than 90 percent of flight attendants being women. As the world celebrates International Flight Attendant Day on May 31, 2023, we got in touch with Deepika Adhikari and Nidhi Chandel, two flight attendants with the India’s largest airline IndiGo, to understand the role of cabin crew in a flight, the challenges faced by the female cabin crew members and breaking gender stereotypes. Here’s our conversation:

What are your responsibilities as a flight attendant?

Nidhi Chandel: As a lead cabin attendant, I believe I play a very crucial role in maintaining the safety, comfort, and overall experience of passengers while effectively managing the cabin crew team.

Deepika Adhikari: A cabin crew member has to perform multiple tasks during a flight, for a safe and comfortable flying experience of passengers. Some of these tasks includes:

a) Conduct safety checks, cabin preparation and passenger checks to ensure safety of all flights and passengers

b) Administer and provide excellent in-flight services such as meals, beverages and attend all customer requirements as per organisation’s standards

c) Provide travellers with all information regarding safety guidelines to be followed while onboard and necessary actions during emergencies

d) Manage all communication with the team and management to ensure safety standards in all flights.

Challenges faced by cabin crew members

Nidhi Chandel: Being a cabin crew can be a challenging job that requires a high level of professionalism, flexibility, and adaptability. A few of the top challenges could be handling medical emergencies, managing long and irregular work hours and coping with jet lag and fatigue.

Deepika Adhikari: Challenges are always going to be there, but the important thing is that you can walk through them in a logical, timely way. As a female or let’s say after being a mother it was challenging to leave my child alone for couple of days but positive thing about it is that this made him independent.

Experience as an IndiGo cabin crew member

Nidhi Chandel: For the past 11 incredible years, I have had the privilege of serving as a lead cabin attendant in Indigo. This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, filled with cherished memories and invaluable experiences.

Deepika Adhikari: The experience is wonderful. When I joined Indigo, it was the youngest airline in India and now it’s the largest airline. The growth of the organisation, (in one way) for me it’s through the feedback we receive when people share their experiences with us. I must say it makes me proud when I introduce myself as a cabin crew at IndiGo.

How training with IndiGo helps you overcome problems?

Nidhi Chandel: Indeed, the training equips us with the necessary skills, knowledge and confidence to ensure passenger safety, deliver excellent customer service and maintain a calm and professional environment throughout the flight.

Deepika Adhikari: Training, of course, has a direct impact on our productivity and performance. It prepares us for the obstacles that will always exist. The goal is to conquer them in an intelligent and timely manner. It was difficult for me to leave my child alone for a few days after becoming a mother, but the positive outcome was that he became more independent.

Things you wish passengers knew while travelling?

Nidhi Chandel: I wish passengers knew that flight attendants appreciate passengers who demonstrate patience and understanding, especially when faced with delays or other unforeseen circumstances. Flight attendants really work hard to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for everyone, and understanding from passengers can make their job easier.

Deepika Adhikari: I’d like the passengers to understand a few things, like how we prioritise safety above all else and how much we value kindness and humility.

How was your first flight experience?

Nidhi Chandel: As cabin crew, we get to fly to new and exciting destinations on regular basis. I come from a very small town called Nangal in Punjab and when I operated my first international flight, it was an incredibly rewarding experience as I got to explore different cultures, try new foods and see amazing sights.

Deepika Adhikari: I remember on my first flight, I was very excited and was completely mesmerized by the view I saw from the flight. The most memorable moments are when we get blessings from our customers. 

How female cabin crew is breaking gender stereotype?

Nidhi Chandel: Cabin crew members can play an important part in breaking down gender stereotypes in the airline industry by promoting diversity, providing mentorship and leading as an example. 

Deepika Adhikari: It is important to educate self and to spread awareness among the colleagues who unknowingly give gender bias remarks. It’s crucial to pursue this career with an open mindset. It is okay to make mistakes as mistakes lead to learning and gives you the opportunity to grow.

Source: Bureau

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Through a codeshare arrangement with Turkish Airlines, IndiGo is providing connectivity to 33 European destinations, which includes countries such as Bulgaria, Spain, the Netherlands, Greece, Belgium, Hungary, Denmark, the Republic of Ireland, the UK, Malta, France, the Czech Republic, Israel, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Portugal, and Edinburgh. These wide-body aircraft have been introduced to meet the growing demand for international travel from India.

“These flights will cater to business and leisure travellers who are constantly on the lookout for new and affordable flying options to access destinations which help in building businesses and are known for their tourist attractions,” the airline said in a statement. The airline said these flights will benefit Indian students traveling to Europe for educational purposes.

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“We are pleased to induct our second Boeing 777 aircraft on damp lease, which will operate on the Mumbai-Istanbul route. Through this addition, we are implementing our strategy and delivering on our promise to provide more convenient travel options for people looking to travel between India and Europe this summer,” Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo, said earlier this month.

“Istanbul, being a key stop, is also connecting 33 European destinations via our codeshare connectivity. The new aircraft will not only increase capacity on the route but also help in keeping the fares affordable. We are continually reassuring our customers by delivering on our commitment to being on-time, affordable, courteous, and providing hassle-free connectivity across an unparalleled network.”

Source: ANI

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