SpiceJet Delhi-Pune Flight Cancelled After Air Conditioning Malfunction Sparks Passenger Protests
Passengers on SpiceJet flight SG-105 from Delhi to Pune faced extreme heat and ventilation issues after boarding, with the air-conditioning system reportedly malfunctioning. Over 100 passengers, including children and elderly, experienced discomfort and breathing difficulties, leading to protests and refusal to take off. The aircraft was moved toward the runway despite complaints, escalating tensions with crew members. The flight was eventually cancelled, and an alternate aircraft was arranged. SpiceJet acknowledged a technical issue but stated the air conditioning remained operational, attributing discomfort partly to weather conditions.
First-hand measurement across 15 sources
We measured how 15 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (31/100). Lens Score 47/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, hindustantimes, moneycontrol, news18, economictimes, thetribune, indiatoday, mint, and 7 more. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (22–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 12 Aug, 06:07 am. Other outlets followed.