Directorate General of Civil Aviation: News
IndiGo A321 suffers tail strike, 7th incident in 2 years
An IndiGo aircraft (Airbus A321) suffered a tail strike during a low-altitude go-around at Mumbai Airport on Saturday.
DGCA warns Air India over pilots working beyond allowed hours
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a warning to Air India over violations of flight time regulations.
Why DGCA has issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo over alleged lapses in simulator training for nearly 1,700 pilots.
Air India pilots will now retire at 65
Air India has announced a major policy change, raising the retirement age for its pilots from 58 to 65 years.
Watch: Army officer's 'murderous assault' of SpiceJet staff over luggage
An Indian Army officer has been accused of a "murderous assault" on four SpiceJet employees at Srinagar Airport.
DGCA flags 100 violations at Air India base during audit
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has flagged nearly 100 violations and observations against Tata Group-owned Air India following a detailed audit.
Aviation complaints in India surge—match 2024's total in 6 months
The Indian aviation sector is experiencing significant challenges, with passenger complaints and technical aircraft issues on the rise.
Indian airlines logged 183 technical issues in 2025 so far
Indian airlines have reported a total of 183 technical faults in their aircraft up to July 23 of this year.
112 Air India pilots took sick leaves after Ahmedabad crash
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has reported a slight rise in sick leave among Air India pilots after the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash on June 12.
What Air India found in its probe into Boeing 787s
Air India has completed inspections of the fuel control switch locking mechanisms on its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet.
DGCA directs checking of all Boeing aircraft fuel switch locks
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered airlines operating most Boeing aircraft variants to check the locking mechanism of fuel control switches by July 21.
'Crash report found no mechanical, maintenance issues': Air India CEO
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has clarified that the preliminary report of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) does not mention any mechanical or maintenance issues with the Boeing 787-8 aircraft involved in a fatal crash on June 12.
Flying on IndiGo? You can soon use in-flight Wi-Fi
India's leading airline, IndiGo, is gearing up to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi services on its domestic business class and select international flights.
Why DGCA's new medical test rule has airlines, pilots worried
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has alarmed Indian airlines with a recent change in its rules for conducting medical tests on pilots.
Days after Air India flight crash, another dropped 900ft mid-air
A Delhi-Vienna Air India flight, AI187, dropped nearly 900 feet during its initial climb on June 14.
Delhi to have artificial rain for pollution control from July
Delhi is all set to witness its first-ever artificial rain in a bid to tackle air pollution. The cloud seeding operation is scheduled from July 4-11, weather permitting.
DGCA begins detailed inspection of Air India's Gurugram base
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), will conduct a detailed inspection of Air India's primary base in Gurugram, starting from today, according to The Economic Times.
DGCA starts full aviation safety audit after Air India crash
In the wake of a deadly Air India crash, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched a special "360-degree" audit framework.
79% Air India passengers faced maintenance issues since last year
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed a major spike in maintenance-related complaints among Air India passengers.
DGCA seeks full records of Air India inspections since 2024
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has sought detailed information from flight operations inspectors on all inspections and audits conducted for Air India since 2024, according to PTI.
Air India crash: DGCA orders removal of 3 airline officials
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered the immediate removal of three senior Air India officials over serious violations in flight crew scheduling.
Boeing experts in Ahmedabad to analyze Air India plane crash
Boeing experts have arrived in Ahmedabad to assist with the investigation into the recent Air India plane crash.
After deadly Air India crash, inspections ordered for Boeing 787s
In the wake of a tragic Air India crash that involved 242 people on board and resulted in at least 270 bodies being recovered this week, India's government has ordered an immediate inspection of all Boeing 787 aircraft.
Why is 'black box' called so when it's orange, yellow
An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London crashed into a residential area in Ahmedabad minutes after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon.
What's 'Mayday' call that Air India pilot issued before crash
An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London's Gatwick Airport crashed shortly after takeoff on Thursday afternoon.
Studied arts/commerce in Class 12? You can now become pilot
In a landmark change, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved a proposal to revise eligibility criteria for commercial pilot training in India.
Mumbai airport gets call threatening to blow up IndiGo plane
Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport reportedly received a bomb threat call late Tuesday night, claiming that an explosive was on board an IndiGo flight arriving from Chandigarh.
DGCA urges airlines to avoid fee surge after Pahalgam attack
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked airlines to ensure price stability and increase flight frequency in view of the increased travel demand from Srinagar following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
No more wheelchairs at airports? Centre mulling guidelines change
India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is mulling a change in its airport wheelchair policies, Hindustan Times reported.
Airlines must share passenger rights with you via SMS, WhatsApp
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed all airlines operating in India to raise awareness about passenger rights.
Over 29,500 drones registered in India: Which state has most?
Official data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) shows that over 29,500 drones are registered in India.
Why Bangkok flight carrying ex-Maharashtra minister's son was recalled mid-air
A chartered flight headed to Bangkok from Pune was asked to return mid-air on Monday. On board was Rushiraj Sawant, son of former Maharashtra Minister and Shiv Sena MLC Tanaji Sawant.
Navi Mumbai airport conducts 1st commercial flight validation test
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has successfully completed its first commercial flight validation test.
What are the new hand baggage rules for Indian airlines
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) have introduced new hand baggage rules for Indian airlines.
SC seeks 'creative solutions' to manage unruly air passengers
The Supreme Court has sought innovative measures to deal with unruly air passengers.
DGCA warns operators of jammed rudder on Boeing 737s
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a safety advisory to Indian operators of Boeing 737 aircraft, fitted with Collins Aerospace SVO-730 actuators.
DGCA approves merger of AIX Connect with Air India Express
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has given the green light for AIX Connect and Air India Express to merge.
India welcomes new airline as Shankh Air gets government approval
Shankh Air, India's newest airline, has been granted approval by the Civil Aviation Ministry to commence operations.
Air India fined ₹90 lakh for flying with unqualified crew
Air India, the national flag carrier, has been penalized ₹90 lakh by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for operating a flight with an unqualified crew.
Domestic air traffic soars 7.3% to 1.3cr passengers in July
India's domestic air travel sector witnessed a significant surge in July, with over 1.29 crore passengers taking to the skies.
Kerala-based travel services company gets approval to launch airline: Report
Alhind Group, a prominent travel services provider based in Kerala, has obtained approval from the Civil Aviation Ministry to establish its own airline, as per CNBC-TV18.