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Currently, the Indian regulator operates with limited manpower resources and funding that’s a fraction of what its global peers receive

DGCA keeps 'rigorous oversight' on festive airfares as IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet add over 1,700 flights

While airfares remain deregulated, the DGCA has the authority to monitor pricing trends and take corrective measures in case of excessive fare increases.

India’s aviation boom fuels openings for new airline players

India is one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets, but the June crash of an Air India jetliner has intensified scrutiny of safety standards

DGCA wins global civil aviation body's award for effective safety oversight system

The award was given by International Civil Aviation Organisation during its 42nd session in Montreal

IndiGo to launch India’s first direct flights to Greece from Delhi and Mumbai in January 2026: What you need to know

IndiGo will launch India’s first direct flights to Athens from Delhi and Mumbai in January 2026. Operating six weekly flights on the new Airbus A321XLR, the service will offer Economy and IndiGoStretch classes. Here’s what we know so far.

DGCA warns Air India for breaching pilots’ flight duty timings

The DGCA in June this year issued a show-cause notice to the airline for breaching the "flight duty time limitation" of the crew during two long-haul flights between Bengaluru and London on May 16 and 17.

Recorded zero Level 1 safety findings in DGCA safety audits in past year, says SpiceJet

Spicejet had renewed its IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) certification in March this year

Indigo in-flight Wi-Fi on business class on its way; company in advanced talks with satcom firms

IndiGo has invited a Request for Proposal from satellite services provider to launch inflight connectivity as it prepares to launch in-flight connectivity on around 25 aircraft in 2025.

Govt plans to integrate biometrics, vehicle IDs of airport and airline employees with airport security passes

The Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Airports Authority of India are working with the Central Industrial Security Force to launch the pilot project at two airports in India, multiple officials aware of the ongoing discussions told Moneycontrol.

Rs 1 crore ex-gratia not the final compensation for AI 171 crash: Air India to DGCA

On June 30, the DGCA had flagged concerns over Air India’s interim payouts falling short of international compensation standards.

Domestic air passenger traffic rises 1.89% to 140.56 lakh in May: DGCA

In the previous month, IndiGo flew a total of 93.09 lakh passengers with a market share of 64 per cent, followed by the Air India Group, which recorded 37.22 lakh passengers, grabbing a market share of 26.5 per cent market share.

DGCA revises guidelines for flight operations in adverse weather conditions

The circular also comes against the backdrop of recent helicopter accidents in Kedarnath region and an IndiGo flight enroute to Srinagar encountering severe turbulence last month

DGCA to monitor Char Dham helicopter operations, orders audit of chopper services in Uttarakhand

DGCA has also intensified its oversight of Char Dham helicopter operations by actively monitoring live camera feeds provided by the Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority (UCADA) at Kedarnath, it said.

DGCA flags safety lapses in Turkish Airlines operations, directs compliance maintenance

Inspectors discovered cargo consignments containing dangerous goods requiring explicit DGCA permission for carriage of explosives to, from, or over Indian territory

DGCA probes IndiGo's Delhi-Srinagar flight turbulence incident

Videos of the moments of turbulence emerged on social media showing panicked passengers praying for their lives as the plane swayed.

Aviation data: Domestic passenger traffic in April rises 8.5% YoY, slightly lower than March

IndiGo was the most punctual airline operating in India for the fifth straight month in a row after overtaking Akasa Air in March, data from the aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation showed.

Probe says 'poor' crew management and decisions behind passenger's death during turbulence-hit SpiceJet flight in 2022

In its final report on the mishap, AAIB also said the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) should ensure its officials follow the procedure laid in the Airworthiness Procedures Manual for obtaining clearance before the de-registration of the aircraft.

Pahalgam aftermath: DGCA issues advisory to airlines regarding airfares and cancellation fees on Srinagar flights

There has been a heightened demand for tickets from tourists looking to travel out of Srinagar immediately, and in this regard, the DGCA has issued the advisory.

Air passenger complaints spike 57% in FY25; SpiceJet, Air India lead the pack

Domestic airlines paid Rs 56.9 crore in compensation in FY25, around 11 percent more than the previous year

DGCA considering longer bans, fine after Air India places 'peegate' accused on 30 day no-fly list

While Air India has placed accused Tushar Masand on its no-fly list for a month, the DGCA is expected to ask all other Indian airlines to ban him from flying by the end of the week. Air India has also set up an independent three-member committee to conduct an investigation and submit a detailed report with the DGCA in the next few days.

Govt forms expert panel to align air safety with global standards

The Delhi High Court has tasked the panel with addressing concerns over flight safety by May.

February Aviation Data: IndiGo most punctual; domestic traffic up 11% on-year

Akasa Air and the Air India Group were second and third, followed by Spicejet. On-time performance of airlines rose in February after heavy fog forced flight delays throughout December and January. Punctuality rose by 2-5 percent from January.

DGCA, AAI review readiness of Navi Mumbai International Airport

Prior to this, an Instrument Approach procedure by trial landing of an IAF transport aircraft on October 11, 2024, and a commercial aircraft by Indigo on December 29, 2024, were successfully conducted at the airport, the official said.

Revised pilot duty norms to be rolled out in phased manner from July 1: DGCA to Delhi HC

Airlines would ensure that there was not more than 168 hours between the end of one weekly rest period and the start of the next under the revised norms.