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In a strategic move aimed at bolstering pilot training quality and safety compliance, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has released its latest rankings of India’s flying training organisations (FTOs). This assessment is part of the regulator’s intensified oversight to ensure institutions adhere to rigorous operational benchmarks.

Amid rising aviation risks linked to volatile weather patterns, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has rolled out a sweeping revision to its operational protocols for both scheduled and non-scheduled air operators. Emphasizing safety over punctuality, the regulator has urged flight crews to prioritise cautious decision-making, including diversions, when faced with dangerous conditions like turbulence, windshear, or visibility issues.

India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued a show-cause notice to Air India, owned by the Tata Group, for allegedly breaching flight duty time limitations (FDTL) on two recent long-haul operations. The violations came to light during spot inspections of the airline’s Bengaluru–London flights on May 16 and 17, 2025. According to the DGCA, the crew exceeded the permissible 10-hour flight time, raising serious concerns over regulatory compliance and operational oversight.

India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has directed Air India to relieve three senior executives — including a divisional vice president — from all duties related to crew scheduling and rostering. The directive, issued on June 20, 2025, stems from an ongoing investigation into violations of flight duty norms. The DGCA has also instructed the airline to initiate internal disciplinary proceedings against the individuals concerned.

India’s civil aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued a stern warning to Air India, threatening to suspend or revoke the airline’s operational license over persistent violations of pilot duty scheduling and oversight. The action follows systemic lapses in crew management, culminating in the removal of three senior officials. While not directly linked, the regulatory crackdown comes days after a catastrophic crash involving a London-bound Dreamliner that killed over 270 people.

In the wake of the catastrophic Air India crash in Ahmedabad that claimed over 270 lives, Tata Sons and Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran has issued a heartfelt public apology, describing the tragedy as “inexpressible” and committing to support grieving families. In an exclusive interview, Chandrasekaran called for restraint amid speculation, reiterating that the ill-fated aircraft and its crew had clean operational histories.

With the imminent opening of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), authorities are moving swiftly to address a serious safety concern: the increased bird activity around the airport. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered the airport operator to take immediate action against any practices that attract birds, including the illegal slaughtering of animals in nearby areas.

India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued a comprehensive advisory to airlines in response to prolonged international flight durations triggered by Pakistan’s closure of its airspace to Indian carriers. Flights originating from northern cities like Delhi are particularly affected, with rerouting causing operational delays and logistical challenges. The DGCA’s directive outlines key protocols focused on improving passenger communication, in-flight services, medical preparedness, and alternate routing plans.