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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

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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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DGCA cautions airlines against fake navigational signals

DGCA issues advisory to Indian airlines on GPS spoofing incidents near Iranian airspace, provides mitigation measures to ensure safety of flight.

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Morning Digest | Two Army officers among four killed in Rajouri encounter, Israeli officials say Gaza hostages won’t be released before Friday, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 23, 2023

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DGCA suspends officer who accepted aircraft as bribes

The officer was in-charge of flight training at the DGCA, and was transferred to a different department following a complaint from an anonymous whistleblower.

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DGCA imposes ₹10 lakh penalty on Air India

The regulator observed that Air India was not complying with the provisions of the relevant Civil Aviation Requirement.

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Airbus, HAL tie up for commercial aircraft maintenance

Airbus partners HAL to set up MRO in India to support airlines & Govt's Make in India mission. Airbus to provide A320 family tool package & access to AirbusWorld platform. HAL Nashik has 3 DGCA-approved hangars & skilled manpower to support civil MRO. #Airbus #HAL #MRO #MakeInIndia

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DGCA issues show cause notice to Air India

Aviation watchdog DGCA has issued a show cause notice to Air India for non-compliance with norms pertaining to facilities that are required to be provided to passengers.

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DGCA proposes changes to flight crew duty norms, to include more rest time for pilots

DGCA proposes changes to flight crew duty timings, incl. 48-hr rest period & 10-hr night duty period, to reduce fatigue. Quarterly fatigue reports & action taken to be submitted to DGCA. Aim is to ensure safety in India's fast-growing aviation market.

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DGCA issues revised norms barring pilots, crew members from using mouthwash, tooth gel

“No crew member shall consume any drug/formulation or use any substance such as mouthwash/tooth gel or any such product which has alcoholic content.”

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Steps taken to fulfil licence conditions at Shivamogga airport, says B.Y. Raghavendra

Lok Sabha MP B.Y. Raghavendra said Shivamogga Airport's licence expires Nov 28 & steps taken to renew. A meeting held in Bengaluru to speed up process. Night landing facilities to be completed in 2 months & new routes to Tirupati, Goa & Hyderabad to be operational by Nov 22. Consultations…

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Dark pattern sales deemed ‘cybercrime’

Ministry of Civil Aviation has asked low-cost carrier IndiGo to rectify its website following a series of complaints regarding practices by airlines and online travel agents that trick consumers into making unintended purchases while booking flight tickets

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A ‘dreadful’ return flight for Indian pilots overseas

Indian pilots returning home after working abroad face long, tedious process to obtain/renew Indian licence. Despite job discrimination, many still want to return due to India's fast-growing aviation industry. Pilots find it easier to obtain foreign licence than Indian one, with some countries issuing it in 7 days.

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