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In a move aimed at enhancing operational discipline and ensuring passenger safety, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced that it will conduct monthly performance reviews of domestic airlines. The aviation regulator’s decision comes amid growing concerns over flight delays, maintenance practices, and compliance with safety protocols. These regular evaluations are expected to focus on key parameters such as on-time performance, technical reliability, passenger handling, and adherence to safety directives.

A group of airline pilots has filed a contempt petition in the Delhi High Court against the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), alleging non-compliance with the court’s earlier directive to revise flight duty time limitations (FDTL) in line with global safety standards. The petition claims that the regulator’s delay in implementing fair scheduling norms continues to compromise flight safety and pilot welfare.

In a significant step toward improving accessibility and inclusivity in air travel, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has amended regulations governing the provision of wheelchairs and assistance for passengers with reduced mobility at airports across India. The revised norms mandate airlines and airport operators to ensure an adequate number of wheelchairs, timely assistance, and standardized service protocols to support differently-abled and elderly passengers.

India’s aviation sector has entered a tense standoff as a leading pilots’ association has cautioned the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to adhere to court directives regarding the implementation of the new pilot fatigue management regulations, warning that continued delay could lead to contempt proceedings. The controversy centers on the regulator’s alleged reluctance to enforce the updated duty time norms that aim to curb pilot exhaustion — a long-standing safety concern in the rapidly expanding Indian aviation industry.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation following a fire incident caused by a power bank on a domestic flight, raising safety concerns over the carriage of lithium-ion devices in passenger cabins. The incident, which occurred mid-flight, was swiftly contained by the cabin crew without injury to passengers. The DGCA’s review aims to examine compliance with existing safety protocols, assess the risks associated with electronic devices, and recommend preventive measures.

India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated a formal investigation into recent concerns surrounding the deployment of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) on Boeing 787 aircraft operating within the country. The probe comes after reports of technical anomalies affecting emergency power systems, raising questions about aircraft safety and operational reliability. The DGCA’s inquiry aims to assess whether the issues pose risks to flight safety, identify potential procedural or mechanical causes, and ensure compliance with international aviation standards.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has officially empaneled a number of private aeromedical centers, marking a significant step toward improving medical certification and health services for aviation personnel in India. The move aims to streamline the aircrew medical evaluation process, ensuring adherence to international safety standards while reducing bottlenecks in pilot and crew health assessments.

In a decisive step toward advancing India’s drone ecosystem, AVPL International has secured official authorization from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to provide certified training for medium-class drone pilots. This approval empowers the company to train operators of drones weighing between 25 kilograms and 150 kilograms—a critical category for applications in agriculture, surveillance, logistics, and infrastructure monitoring.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched a computerized numbering system for flight crew examinations, marking a significant step toward modernizing pilot assessment processes in India. This initiative aims to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accuracy in exam administration, reducing human error and streamlining evaluation protocols.

A senior vice president at Air India has stepped down shortly after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a show-cause notice to the airline over recent safety lapses. The resignation, which follows heightened regulatory scrutiny, underscores growing concerns about operational discipline and compliance within India’s flag carrier. DGCA’s notice reportedly cited multiple procedural irregularities linked to flight operations and crew management.