DGCA implements duty hours limit, rest period rules for Air Traffic Controllers at 57 airports

Sep 21, 2023

According to Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR), the duty period of an ATCO shall not exceed 12 hours in one shift and 48 hours in...

DGCA implements new rules for powered hang gliders to enhance safety & security

Oct 18, 2023

The revised regulations read that no person shall fly a Powered Hang Glider without being authorised by a DGCA approved examiner or instructor.

Limit working hours for resident doctors on COVID duty, make provision for their mental health care: IMA suggests to govts

Jan 05, 2022

New Delhi [India], January 5 : With the rising number of COVID cases, the Indian Medical Association on Wednesday suggested that the Centre and...

DGCA fines Air India for violating Flight Duty Time Limitations

Mar 22, 2024

In a statement, DGCA informed that as a proactive step towards ensuring a high level of safety in aviation, DGCA conducted a spot audit...

Weekly rest hours for flight crew increased from 36 to 48 hours: DGCA

Jan 08, 2024

The revised Flight Duty Time Limitations of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation has extended weekly rest periods for flight crew, increasing it from...

DGCA issues draft of revised duty rules for pilots to address fatigue

Nov 04, 2023

To address fatigue and health issues among pilots and cabin crew, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Friday released a draft of the...