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  Delhi HC directs DGCA to forthwith process applications of Go First’s lessors to deregister aircraft

  Business | April 26, 2024 17:39 IST

  Go First case: The high court pronounced judgement on petitions by several lessors seeking de-registration of their planes by aviation regulator DGCA so that they could take them back from the airline.

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  DGCA issues directive: Children under 12 to sit with parents on flights without additional fees

  India | April 24, 2024 13:07 IST

  This rule amendment aims to address complaints from passengers who found themselves separated from their children due to opting out of additional charges for seat selection. The DGCA's directive seeks to enhance the passenger experience and ensure families can travel together without inconvenience.

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  Taxiing IndiGo plane hits Air India Express aircraft at Kolkata Airport, DGCA orders probe

  India | March 27, 2024 17:45 IST

  An IndiGo aircraft, taxiing at the Kolkata Airport, hit a stationary Air India Express flight. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated an investigation into the incident at the Kolkata airport and has removed two IndiGo pilots from their duty schedules.

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  DGCA imposes fine of Rs 80 lakh on Air India for violating flight duty timing rule

  Business | March 22, 2024 18:03 IST

  The decision came after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) conducted a spot audit of Air India in January, during which evidence was collected and fleet-wise random reports were analysed.

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  New airline Fly 91 gets DGCA's license, flight operations including to Lakshadweep to start soon

  Business | March 07, 2024 0:08 IST

  Fly 91 is a regional airline with headquarters based in Goa. The airline will operate via ATR 72-600 planes.

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  Air India fined Rs 30 lakh for non-availability of wheelchair causing death of elderly passenger

  Business | February 29, 2024 14:15 IST

  A few days ago, the National Human Rights Commission also issued a notice to DGCA asking what steps have been taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that such incidents do not recur.

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  Flight delays affect nearly 5 lakh passengers in January 2024: DGCA

  Business | February 16, 2024 8:00 IST

  Domestic passenger traffic rose by 4.69 per cent compared to January of the previous year, reaching 1.31 crore passengers.

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  IndiGo's Azerbaijan-bound flight takes off without ATC clearance; DGCA probes incident

  India | January 30, 2024 18:07 IST

  The ATC had advised the pilot of the plane to line up and wait, but the aircraft started rolling and took off without waiting for clearance.

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  Air India fined Rs 1.10 crore by aviation regulator DGCA for safety violations

  India | January 24, 2024 13:31 IST

  The regulator carried out a detailed probe after receiving a voluntary safety report and since the investigation prima facie revealed non-compliance by the airline DGCA issued a show cause notice to Air India.

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  Did 'Indian' plane crash in Afghanistan? Here's what happened to flight that disappeared near Pak

  World | January 21, 2024 16:03 IST

  Confusion was created in India as multiple Afghan media reported that the ill-fated plane was an "Indian aircraft" and had several passengers on board. Media reports also claimed several passengers died in the "fatal accident". Here are all the details about what happened about the plane crash.

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  DGCA issues new SOPs: Airlines may cancel flights delayed beyond 3 hours

  India | January 15, 2024 23:51 IST

  By allowing airlines to consider cancellations for extended delays, authorities aim to maintain operational efficiency and enhance the overall travel experience.

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  Airlines complete inspection of 40 B737 Max planes for loose hardware, says DGCA

  Business | January 09, 2024 17:03 IST

  Boeing had advised a one-time inspection of all Boeing 737 Max aircraft before January 10, following information received about a missing nut and washer in the Aft Rudder Quadrant of one of these planes.

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  DGCA raises weekly rest hours for crew, reduces number of night landings | Details

  Business | January 08, 2024 17:57 IST

  The revised FDTL regulations have been formulated after extensive data analysis and feedback from various stakeholders, including airline operators, pilot associations and individuals, as per the statement.

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  Boeing 737-8 Max plane inspection completed satisfactorily: DGCA

  Business | January 08, 2024 17:48 IST

  The inspection was initiated on January 6 after Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737-9 Max aircraft's mid-cabin door plug detached mid-flight on January 5, causing rapid decompression.

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  Airlines in India asked to conduct inspection of emergency exits after US carrier's mid-air scare

  India | January 06, 2024 21:23 IST

  In wake of Alaska Airlines incident when plane's outer part including the window fell off in mid-air scare, the DGCA has sent notices to domestic airlines in India to conduct emergency inspection of their planes.

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  DGCA reports surge in domestic carrier fleet with 133 planes inducted in 2023

  Business | January 04, 2024 19:52 IST

  The surge in aircraft has expanded network coverage, boosting connectivity and facilitating lower festive-season fares. As of December 31, 2023, 16 Air Operator Certificate holders endorsed a total of 771 aircraft.

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  Air India, SpiceJet get notice from DGCA over untrained pilots amid fog-related flight diversions

  India | January 04, 2024 15:25 IST

  The notice serves as a reprimand for the airlines, urging them to explain their actions and address the issue of deploying inadequately trained pilots in situations requiring CAT III technology proficiency.

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  DGCA issues circular over reports of planes losing GPS signal over Middle-East

  India | November 25, 2023 8:53 IST

  GNSS spoofing and jamming refers to attempts to manipulate a user’s navigation system by giving false signals. The DGCA had formed an internal committee on October 4 in the wake of reports of GNSS interference over airspace in the Middle East lately.

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  Govt suspends DGCA Director Captain Anil Gill over corruption allegations

  India | November 22, 2023 23:16 IST

  Making a statement on the matter, Union Minister for Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya Scindia said that there is zero tolerance towards malpractices.

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  DGCA penalises Air India Rs 10 lakh for violating passenger facility norms

  India | November 22, 2023 15:51 IST

  DGCA, in its release on Wednesday, stated that based on Air India's reply to the show-cause notice, it was evident that the lapses persisted. Consequently, the regulatory authority has imposed a financial penalty of Rs 10 lakh on Air India for these specific violations.