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Power Banks Can No More Be Used On Flights. Check New Aviation Safety Rules
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), said that power banks and spare batteries will be allowed only in hand luggage and cannot be stored in overhead compartments.
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Delhi Court Asks Aviation Body To Explain Relaxations In Pilot Fatigue Rules
Delhi Court on Tuesday sought a response from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on a plea by the Indian Pilots Guild seeking contempt action against authorities for allegedly not fully implementing the new flight duty time limitation norms.
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Aviation Regulator's Notice To IndiGo CEO Over "Massive" Flight Disruptions
India's aviation regulator has issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo's Chief Executive Officer, holding him accountable for a week-long operational crisis that left thousands of passengers stranded across the country.
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Aviation Ministry Asks IndiGo To Deliver Passenger Baggage In 48 Hours
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Saturday directed IndiGo to trace and deliver the baggage separated from passengers due to cancellations or delays within the next 48 hours.
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Aviation Body Withdraws Pilots' Weekly Rest Order Amid IndiGo Meltdown
India's aviation regulator on Friday withdrew, with immediate effect, one part of its new Flight Duty Time Limitations rules - which said 'no leave shall be substituted for weekly rest' - in an attempt to resolve the crisis that has affected IndiGo.
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Priyanka Chaturvedi Requests Aviation Minister To Adress IndiGo Issue In Rajya Sabha
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday moved a notice under Rule 180 in Rajya Sabha, requesting the Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu to make a statement on the disruption of IndiGo airlines' operations.
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"'IndiGo Standard Time' Now Linked To Delays": Pilots Body Jabs Airline
A pilots' body heaped pressure on IndiGo Wednesday night even as India's largest airline battles an operational crisis, arguably its worst ever, brought on by 'technology glitches, adverse weather conditions, a congested aviation sector, and changed
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India Sets Targets For Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policy: Minister
India has formally approved blending targets for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and is preparing the aviation sector for mandatory global carbon-reduction rules that take effect in 2027, the Union Civil Aviation Ministry informed Parliament
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5 High-Security No-Fly Zones In India You Must Know About
India has several high-security no-fly zones where aircraft and even drones are strictly prohibited. Here are five such restricted areas and the reasons behind their status.
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Free Cancellation, Faster Refunds: Aviation Body Proposes 'Passenger-First' Rules
Air travellers in India may soon get more flexibility and faster refunds, as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed new passenger-friendly rules for ticket cancellation and amendments.
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Will Power Banks Be Banned On Indian Flights? Stricter Rules Being Discussed
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is considering a potential nationwide ban or stricter regulations on the use of power banks aboard aircraft, following a recent in-flight fire incident aboard an IndiGo flight in Delhi this week.
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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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Why Are Planes Always Boarded From The Left Side? 5 Interesting Reasons
Below, we'll share 5 interesting reasons why this rule is followed and how it helps keep air travel safe and efficient.
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Can You Carry Lighters Or Vapes On Flights From India? The Rules Explained
If you are unsure about carrying lighters or vapes on a flight, this guide clears the air and helps you avoid being stopped at security.
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How To Claim A Refund After Missing Your Flight (Yes, It Is Possible)
Missed Flight Refund: In aviation terminology, a no-show is when a passenger fails to board their flight without cancelling or rescheduling beforehand. Read on.
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Power Banks Can No More Be Used On Flights. Check New Aviation Safety Rules
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), said that power banks and spare batteries will be allowed only in hand luggage and cannot be stored in overhead compartments.
-
Delhi Court Asks Aviation Body To Explain Relaxations In Pilot Fatigue Rules
Delhi Court on Tuesday sought a response from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on a plea by the Indian Pilots Guild seeking contempt action against authorities for allegedly not fully implementing the new flight duty time limitation norms.
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Aviation Regulator's Notice To IndiGo CEO Over "Massive" Flight Disruptions
India's aviation regulator has issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo's Chief Executive Officer, holding him accountable for a week-long operational crisis that left thousands of passengers stranded across the country.
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Aviation Ministry Asks IndiGo To Deliver Passenger Baggage In 48 Hours
The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Saturday directed IndiGo to trace and deliver the baggage separated from passengers due to cancellations or delays within the next 48 hours.
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Aviation Body Withdraws Pilots' Weekly Rest Order Amid IndiGo Meltdown
India's aviation regulator on Friday withdrew, with immediate effect, one part of its new Flight Duty Time Limitations rules - which said 'no leave shall be substituted for weekly rest' - in an attempt to resolve the crisis that has affected IndiGo.
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Priyanka Chaturvedi Requests Aviation Minister To Adress IndiGo Issue In Rajya Sabha
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday moved a notice under Rule 180 in Rajya Sabha, requesting the Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu to make a statement on the disruption of IndiGo airlines' operations.
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"'IndiGo Standard Time' Now Linked To Delays": Pilots Body Jabs Airline
A pilots' body heaped pressure on IndiGo Wednesday night even as India's largest airline battles an operational crisis, arguably its worst ever, brought on by 'technology glitches, adverse weather conditions, a congested aviation sector, and changed
-
India Sets Targets For Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policy: Minister
India has formally approved blending targets for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and is preparing the aviation sector for mandatory global carbon-reduction rules that take effect in 2027, the Union Civil Aviation Ministry informed Parliament
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5 High-Security No-Fly Zones In India You Must Know About
India has several high-security no-fly zones where aircraft and even drones are strictly prohibited. Here are five such restricted areas and the reasons behind their status.
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Free Cancellation, Faster Refunds: Aviation Body Proposes 'Passenger-First' Rules
Air travellers in India may soon get more flexibility and faster refunds, as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed new passenger-friendly rules for ticket cancellation and amendments.
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Will Power Banks Be Banned On Indian Flights? Stricter Rules Being Discussed
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is considering a potential nationwide ban or stricter regulations on the use of power banks aboard aircraft, following a recent in-flight fire incident aboard an IndiGo flight in Delhi this week.
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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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Why Are Planes Always Boarded From The Left Side? 5 Interesting Reasons
Below, we'll share 5 interesting reasons why this rule is followed and how it helps keep air travel safe and efficient.
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Can You Carry Lighters Or Vapes On Flights From India? The Rules Explained
If you are unsure about carrying lighters or vapes on a flight, this guide clears the air and helps you avoid being stopped at security.
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How To Claim A Refund After Missing Your Flight (Yes, It Is Possible)
Missed Flight Refund: In aviation terminology, a no-show is when a passenger fails to board their flight without cancelling or rescheduling beforehand. Read on.
