Two passengers on SpiceJet flights tests positive for Covid-19

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Low-cost airline SpiceJet has confirmed that two passengers, who had travelled on May 25 have tested positive for Covid-19.

The airline said it has been strictly adhering to all SoPs and social distancing norms laid down by the government.

The passengers had travelled on;

  • SG-8194 (Ahmedabad-Delhi) and
  • SG-8152 (Delhi-Guwahati).

“Covid tests were conducted at Guwahati after landing and the passengers were quarantined. The test reports came on May 27,” a SpiceJet Spokesperson said in a statement on late Wednesday evening.

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“The operating crew has been quarantined and SpiceJet is coordinating with government agencies in notifying other passengers who had travelled with them.”

The airline said it has been strictly adhering to all SoPs and social distancing norms laid down by the government.

“All passengers are being provided face masks, face shields and sanitizers by the airline and the operating crew has been taking all necessary precautions and wearing Personal Protective Equipment to ensure a clean and sanitised flying experience,” the statement said.

Earlier, a passenger each on IndiGo and Alliance Air flights were found to be Covid-19 positive in the last few days.

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The Centre has allowed limited passenger flights — about one-third of the summer schedule — to operate between metros and other destinations from May 25.

Passenger air services were suspended on March 25 due to the nationwide lockdown to check the spread of Covid-19.


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Manish Khandelwal
Manish Khandelwal

Manish Khandelwal, a travel-tech enthusiast with over a decade of experience in the travel industry. Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Travelobiz.com, he's passionate about writing.

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