SpiceJet to halt operations from Shivamogga airport from June 9
SpiceJet has suspended operations at Shivamogga airport until September 30 due to financial pressures, fuel costs, and operational challenges. This leaves Star Air as the only airline currently serving the regional airport.
Why it matters
The suspension highlights the ongoing struggles of regional aviation connectivity in India under the UDAN scheme and the operational difficulties faced by smaller airlines.
Shivamogga airport has suffered another setback as SpiceJet suspended operations effective June 9. The suspension comes less than two months after IndiGo withdrew its Shivamogga-Bengaluru service on May 1.
Balanced reporting including the airline's reasons and the local political response.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in