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DGCA firm on implementing new duty norms for pilots

DGCA stands firm on new pilot rest directive despite industry pushback, warning of pilot shortage and flight cancellations.

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Track electrification impasse: Feasibility studies under way for track diversion

The impasse over the electrification of a small stretch of track over the Mysuru-Nanjangud section close to the Mysuru airport continues with the Airport Authority of India and DGCA denying permission to the Railways to carry out the works.

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NHRC seeks report from DGCA over death of 80-year-old who didn’t get wheelchair at airport

NHRC issues notice to DGCA over death of elderly man at Mumbai airport due to lack of wheelchair.

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Ensure that wheelchairs are available, DGCA tells airlines

An octogenarian Air India passenger dies after collapsing at Mumbai airport due to heavy demand for wheelchair.

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Flyers break into song with drum, raise safety concerns

IndiGo passenger's viral video singing devotional song on flight raises concerns about safety and religious displays.

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IndiGo’s Delhi-Baku flight takes off without ATC clearance

DGCA has off-rostered two IndiGo pilots after the airline’s Delhi to Baku flight allegedly took off on Monday night without clearance from the air traffic controller.

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After 2 crashes, flying school shut for 3 months leaves students worried

The completion of flying training at RedBird is just one of the many steps before trainees become airline pilots.

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DGCA slaps ₹1.10 crore penalty on Air India for safety violations

Air India fined ₹1.10 crore by DGCA for safety violations with respect to flights operated on certain long routes.

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Leaders call for DGCA intervention for setting up organised infra for drones

The need for infrastructure for drone training and regulations in India's growing drone industry highlighted by experts at a round-table held as part of Wings India 2024 at Begumpet Airport, Hyderabad.

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Disability court asks DGCA to ensure airline websites are accessible to the blind

Court orders aviation regulator to make airline websites accessible to visually impaired or face ticket sales ban.

The Hindu

Scindia announces more steps to deal with fog-related disruptions

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‘Washer’ missing on a Boeing 737 MAX-8 plane of Indian airline: DGCA

Rectification recommended by Boeing was carried out before clearing the aircraft for flight operations, the DGCA said. It did not name the Indian airline that reported the missing washer. Three Indian airlines — Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and Air India Express — operate 737 MAX-8 planes.

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Aviation professionalism which India must draw from

The aviation world should learn a lot from the high professional standards in Japan’s training of air crew

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Digital tools set to save Kashmiri script from disuse; DGCA directs airlines to inspect emergency exits in Boeing 737-8 Max planes, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 7, 2024

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DGCA directs airlines to inspect emergency exits in Boeing 737-8 Max planes

DGCA orders Indian airlines to inspect emergency exits of Boeing 737-8 Max aircraft after Alaska Airlines incident.

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DGCA took 542 enforcement actions on Airlines in year 2023 to enhance safety standards

In order to enhance safety standards in the aviation industry, Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Wednesday said that a total of 542 enforcement actions were taken in the year 2023. Read Further on Dynamite News

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With more travellers, planes, airports, 'bullishness' greets slightly clouded-aviation skies

A “bullishness” greets the skies as more passengers are set to step into airports and more aircraft, including A350s, are ready to carry them in expanding routes in 2024

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All-weather licence granted to Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar; night landing soon

The Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar is likely to start operations soon even during the night with the granting of an all-weather licence by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

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DGCA approves Drone Academy at Telangana Agri University

PJTSAU Drone Academy approved by DGCA to provide agri-drone pilot training to farmers, diploma holders & rural youth. Establishes CHCs & creates new employment avenues.

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Domestic air passenger traffic rise 9% in November

Domestic air passenger traffic in India rose 9% to 1.27 crore in November, with multiple daily highs. IndiGo remained top carrier but OTP below 80%.

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DGCA grants licence for Ayodhya Airport

DGCA grants aerodrome licence for Ayodhya Airport, to be inaugurated on December 30 with IndiGo's Delhi-Ayodhya flight. Terminal building can accommodate 500 passengers, equipped with ILS for night & low-visibility operations

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Ayodhya's international airport reaches final stages of construction

Ayodhya's Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport nears completion; to be inaugurated in Jan '24. GM Airport Authority Rajeev Kulshrestha said runway & parking ready, building work in final stage. Airport design inspired by Ram temple, to be inaugurated by PM Modi.

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Security arrangements reviewed at new airport in Vellore

Security team from Chennai airport reviews existing arrangements at Vellore airport ahead of operations. DGCA monitors security regularly. Mock drills conducted with Central forces and local police. Airport built at ₹65 crore, spread over 97 acres, with runway, taxiway, ATC, terminal building and oil depot. Widened airstrip to operate 20-seater…

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The promise of heli-taxi as a congestion-killer: Can it take off again?

Five years ago, when the city’s first heli-taxi service lifted off from the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), it was billed as Bengaluru’s ultimate congestion-killer. Bypassing the gruelling traffic-jammed roads down below, it could reach far-off Electronic City in 15 minutes flat for a fare that was less than ₹5,000. Yet,…

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Morning Digest | Israel releases 39 Palestinians while Hamas frees 24 hostages, drilling snags hold up Silkyara tunnel rescue, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 25, 2023

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