DGCA Warns Air India Over Flight Time Violations
The DGCA has warned Air India after two Bengaluru-London flights in May exceeded the pilot flight time limit, raising safety concerns. The airline's manager failed to ensure compliance with regulations, prompting a request for an explanation within a week. Air India acknowledged the issue, attributing it to a misunderstanding regarding airspace permissions, which has since been corrected. This incident is part of a larger pattern, as DGCA has identified numerous violations and safety risks in recent audits of Air India and other airlines, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to aviation regulations.
