‘No support, high fares’: Pune flyers hit hard as airport disrupted after IAF plane develops snag
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‘No support, high fares’: Pune flyers hit hard as airport disrupted after IAF plane develops snag

Indian Express·2h ago·Frustration

What Happened

Pune airport's runway closed overnight after an Indian Air Force fighter aircraft developed landing gear issues, suspending operations for hours. International passengers faced cancellations, doubled ticket prices, and minimal airline support. Travelers to Dubai experienced severe disruptions due to limited flight options and visa constraints, with some forced to rebook expensive alternative flights.

Key Entities

Pune AirportIndian Air ForceSpiceJetDubaiMohammed TareqBittu Kumar

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