# SpiceJet financial and operational crisis > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spicejet-financial-and-operational-crisis > Updated: 2026-10-12T16:23:11.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. SpiceJet has faced increasing operational and financial instability in India. In late September 2026, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) intensified oversight of the airline due to mounting financial difficulties, a dwindling fleet, and reported delays in staff salary payments. The airline reported a cumulative net loss of approximately Rs 1,141 crore across the first three quarters of FY26, prompting the government to extend the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) to the aviation sector, providing SpiceJet with Rs 150 crore to manage outstanding dues. By mid-October 2026, the situation escalated as approximately 40 pilots operating Q400 aircraft refused to fly until their outstanding salaries were paid. The Airline Pilots Association of India (ALPA India) supported the pilots, stating the action was necessary to protect professional dignity and safety standards. During this period, reports indicated that while the airline had 10 aircraft in operation, 37 aircraft remained grounded. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-12: SpiceJet pilots refuse to fly over unpaid salaries About 40 SpiceJet Q400 pilots have refused to fly until unpaid salaries are settled, supported by ALPA India amid the airline's ongoing financial crisis. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spicejet-pilots-refuse-to-fly-over-unpaid-salaries ### 2026-09-22: SpiceJet faces government scrutiny over safety and finances Indian aviation regulators are conducting operational and financial scrutiny of SpiceJet to ensure passenger safety and stability amid the airline's significant financial losses and declining market share. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spicejet-faces-government-scrutiny-over-safety-and-finances --- Cite as: SpiceJet financial and operational crisis. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/spicejet-financial-and-operational-crisis