39 aviation articles tagged “DGCA”
A SpiceJet Boeing 737 collided with a stationary Akasa Air B737 MAX at Delhi airport, prompting a DGCA investigation and grounding of both aircraft.
A SpiceJet cancellation and 15 flight delays at Ahmedabad Airport sparked passenger protests over poor communication, requiring security intervention.
An Emirates Boeing 777 was briefly denied entry into Indian airspace after its flight plan was mistakenly filed as a non-scheduled charter service.
India's private jet market is set to expand to 300 aircraft, increasing focus on the DGCA's strict Non-Scheduled Operator Permit safety requirements.
The West Asia conflict has caused over 10,000 flight cancellations for Indian carriers, forcing major reroutes and temporary regulatory changes.
An IndiGo aircraft sustained minor damage after being struck by an unmanned catering truck at Kolkata airport, grounding the plane for a full inspection.
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has resigned amid serious safety lapses, including a fatal crash and regulatory fines, creating a leadership vacuum.
An AAIB report on the fatal Pawan Hans helicopter crash in Andaman reveals the crew failed to arm the emergency flotation system, violating safety...
Indian carriers are partially resuming Middle East flights after mass cancellations due to regional conflict, with a focus on repatriation services.
India's Ministry of Civil Aviation suspended its directive for 60% free seat selection following strong industry pushback over financial and...
An IndiGo passenger faces charges after attempting to open an emergency exit mid-flight, forcing the pilot to execute a go-around before landing safely.
IndiGo named former IAG chief William Walsh as its new CEO, succeeding Pieter Elbers after a major operational crisis and regulatory scrutiny in late 2025.
Air India and Air India Express operated 20 flights to West Asia on March 30, offering passenger rebooking options amid regional conflict disruptions.
India's Civil Aviation Minister addresses aircraft procurement delays by promoting domestic manufacturing amid a 1,700-plane order backlog.
India's government addresses rising operational costs for airlines forced to reroute flights around West Asia due to a new DGCA airspace advisory.
India and the EU signed an aviation production pact, enabling the new Tata-Airbus H125 helicopter assembly line in Karnataka to become operational in...
Drone attacks on Kuwait International Airport damaged its radar system, causing substantial disruptions to air traffic and regional airspace security.
India's pilot union urged the DGCA to halt flights in West Asia conflict zones, citing unacceptable safety risks and demanding proof of war-risk insurance.
A flight carrying WB CM Mamata Banerjee held for over an hour before landing at Kolkata airport due to a severe storm that suspended airport operations.
An Air India Boeing 787-8 bound for London diverted to Jeddah due to a technical issue, involving an aircraft previously flagged by India's regulator.
