flight safety
Delhi High Court Challenges DGCA Over Pilot Fatigue Rule Relaxations: Safety Concerns Raised
Dec 16, 2025 10:36 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has demanded an explanation from the DGCA regarding alleged violations of pilot fatigue management rules. The Indian Pilots Guild filed a contempt petition claiming airlines received unauthorized exemptions from Flight Duty Time Limitation norms, potentially compromising aviation safety. Justice Amit Sharma has scheduled a hearing for April 17 as aviation authorities defend their statutory power to grant limited exemptions.
Ahmedabad Air India Crash: Six Months Later, Medical College Hostel Remains A Haunting Memorial To 260 Lives Lost
Dec 14, 2025 04:54 pm CST
Six months after Air India flight AI-171 crashed into BJ Medical College hostel complex in Ahmedabad killing 260 people, the site remains abandoned with charred buildings and debris. Local residents continue experiencing trauma, instinctively looking skyward whenever aircraft pass overhead, while authorities have yet to determine the future of the crash site.
Off-Duty Alaska Airlines Pilot Attempts to Disable Aircraft Engines While Under Influence of Psychedelic Mushrooms
Dec 12, 2025 04:21 pm CST
In a shocking aviation incident from October 2023, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot named Joseph Emerson attempted to shut down a commercial aircraft's engines mid-flight while experiencing effects from psychedelic mushrooms. The Horizon Air flight carrying 83 passengers made an emergency landing in Portland after the on-duty crew successfully intervened, leading to Emerson's arrest and subsequent legal consequences.
Commercial Airline Pilots Hide Mental Health Issues: The High Cost of Seeking Help
Dec 04, 2025 02:45 am CST
Commercial airline pilots frequently conceal mental health conditions fearing license suspension and career loss. This investigative report reveals how aviation's strict medical certification requirements, financial barriers, and industry stigma prevent pilots from seeking needed mental health treatment, potentially compromising flight safety while efforts for regulatory reform continue.
Air India A320 Flies Eight Times With Expired Airworthiness Certificate: DGCA Launches Investigation
Dec 02, 2025 05:40 pm CST
The DGCA has initiated an investigation after discovering an Air India Airbus A320 operated multiple flights with an expired airworthiness certificate. The airline has suspended involved personnel and launched an internal probe, calling the incident "regrettable" while reaffirming its commitment to safety standards.
Airbus A320 Software Upgrade: How Quick Action Prevented Global Travel Chaos
Nov 30, 2025 01:02 am CST
Airbus rapidly implemented a critical software upgrade for approximately 6,000 A320 aircraft after discovering that intense solar radiation could corrupt flight control data. While initial fears suggested extensive travel disruptions, most European carriers completed updates quickly with minimal cancellations, though airlines in Latin America and Asia faced greater challenges.
Indian Airlines Complete Critical Airbus A320 Software Upgrade Following Global Safety Alert
Nov 29, 2025 10:36 pm CST
Indian airlines have successfully upgraded 80% of their Airbus A320 fleet following a worldwide safety directive addressing vulnerabilities in the flight-control system. IndiGo, Air India, and Air India Express are working to meet the deadline, with minimal flight disruptions reported as maintenance teams implement software fixes for the elevator/aileron computer potentially affected by solar radiation.
Ethiopian Volcanic Ash Impact on Indian Flights: Civil Aviation Ministry Provides Updates and Safety Measures
Nov 25, 2025 07:41 pm CST
India's civil aviation ministry is closely monitoring volcanic ash from Ethiopia affecting flight operations across the country. While some flights have been cancelled and others delayed, officials assure there is no cause for concern as coordination continues between aviation authorities. The ash clouds are expected to move away from India by Tuesday evening after affecting regions including Gujarat, Delhi-NCR, and northern states.
Air India Flight AI188 Receives Bomb Threat Mid-Journey from Toronto to Delhi
Nov 14, 2025 01:32 am CST
An Air India flight traveling from Toronto to Delhi received a bomb threat while airborne, prompting security protocols. The Boeing 777 aircraft landed safely at Delhi airport at 3:40 pm, where it underwent mandatory security checks. All passengers and crew disembarked safely after the Bomb Threat Assessment Committee deemed the threat "non-specific."
DGCA Mandates 10-Minute Reporting Window for GPS Spoofing Incidents Following Delhi Airport Anomalies
Nov 11, 2025 11:52 pm CST
India's aviation regulator DGCA has implemented a new safety protocol requiring immediate reporting of GPS spoofing within 10 minutes of detection, following unprecedented navigation interference incidents near Delhi's international airport. This directive aims to enhance flight safety through rapid response to satellite navigation anomalies while authorities investigate potential cybersecurity threats to aviation infrastructure.