airline safety regulations
DGCA Fires 4 IndiGo Safety Inspectors Following Massive Flight Cancellations and Operational Crisis
Dec 12, 2025 02:01 pm CST
India's aviation regulator DGCA has dismissed four flight inspectors overseeing IndiGo's safety compliance after the airline's operational crisis led to thousands of cancellations. The airline has been ordered to reduce operations by 10% and is offering Rs 10,000 travel vouchers to severely affected passengers while regulatory oversight teams monitor its recovery efforts.
Man Suffers Severe Burns After Power Bank Explosion in Melbourne Airport Lounge
Nov 07, 2025 07:40 pm CST
A 50-year-old traveler experienced significant burns when his lithium power bank suddenly exploded in his pocket at Melbourne International Airport's Qantas business lounge, prompting evacuation of 150 people and leading airlines to reconsider safety policies regarding lithium battery devices. The incident highlights growing concerns about lithium battery safety in air travel, with authorities reporting a 92 percent increase in related incidents.