Aircraft pilots working with SpiceJet have not received their salaries for June, sparking concerns within the airline’s workforce. In an email sent to the pilots, Virendra Malhotra, vice president of flight operations at SpiceJet, acknowledged the issue. “The salaries, which have been delayed this month (June) beyond expectations, would be disbursed shortly,” the email stated.

The pilots, however, have expressed concerns over the delay. “This is very wrong on the part of the airline. They expect us to be on time for the scheduled flights but when it comes to our salaries, they are hardly ever paid on time. We have our families to feed and since the salary is pending, it becomes very difficult for us to make ends meet. A whole month’s delay is way too long. And if we ever try to lodge a complaint with the authorities, our jobs will be terminated,” said a pilot on condition of anonymity.