Introduction
A recent IndiGo flight became the center of online attention after a passenger shared a video showing a swarm of mosquitoes inside the aircraft cabin. The strange and uncomfortable experience led to both jokes and concerns from fellow travelers. IndiGo quickly responded with an apology and explained the situation.
Passenger Shares Mosquito-Filled Flight Video
On July 4, 2025, a passenger posted a video from an IndiGo flight where mosquitoes were seen flying inside the cabin. In the tweet, the passenger joked about how the cabin crew was busy killing mosquitoes and suggested they could have used smoke to drive them away. The post also invited others to share ideas on how to deal with mosquitoes mid-flight.
IndiGo flight full of mosquitoes 🤣🦟
— Shruti Dhore (@ShrutiDhore) July 4, 2025
Cabin crew killing mosquitoes, they could have also blown some smoke to drive the mosquitoes away 😂
Does anyone have any other way to drive the mosquitoes away? pic.twitter.com/CkEcDjAhnU
The video quickly spread online, gaining thousands of views and sparking plenty of reactions, jokes, and concerns about airline cleanliness.
IndiGo Responds with an Apology
IndiGo was quick to respond to the viral post. The airline expressed regret and offered an explanation. According to IndiGo, although aircraft go through regular cleaning and fumigation, mosquitoes may still enter while the plane is on the ground with doors open during baggage loading or passenger boarding.
Here’s IndiGo’s official reply:
“We truly regret the discomfort caused. The presence of mosquitoes onboard is not the experience we intend for our customers.
While our aircraft undergo regular cleaning and fumigation, mosquitoes can occasionally enter through open doors during ground handling or baggage transfer.
Please be assured the aircraft is thoroughly fumigated again upon arrival.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you onboard for a smoother journey next time.”
~Team IndiGo
Why Do Mosquitoes Enter Aircraft?
Even with cleaning and fumigation, aircraft can still face mosquito problems. This usually happens during ground time when doors are open and the cabin is not sealed. Warm, humid conditions and lack of active air conditioning during boarding can attract mosquitoes inside.
Airports located in tropical or mosquito-prone regions are especially vulnerable to this issue. Unless measures like sealed boarding bridges and timed fumigation are strictly followed, such incidents may continue.
Social Media Reactions
Social media users reacted with a mix of humor and criticism:
- “They should offer mosquito spray with the meal.”
- “I booked a flight, not a mosquito safari!”
- “Forget seat belts, we need mosquito nets.”
While the jokes went viral, many also raised valid points about airline hygiene and passenger comfort. Several users suggested IndiGo should improve in-flight sanitation and prevention during ground handling.
Conclusion
This mosquito incident on an IndiGo flight might have started as a light-hearted post, but it highlights a serious concern for passenger comfort and hygiene. IndiGo’s swift response and explanation are a good step, but passengers now expect better preventive actions to avoid such issues in the future.
As air travel resumes normal pace, airlines must pay attention not just to safety, but also to simple things — like keeping mosquitoes off the passenger list.
