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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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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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Can You Take Sand or Seashells On A Plane? Here Is What You Need To Know
If you are planning to bring a piece of your beach holiday home, read on to find out whether it is safe and legal to carry sand or seashells on a flight.
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Aviation Watchdog Withdraws Window Shade Rule At Air Force Airports
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced that the advisory requiring the lowering of window shades during aircraft operations at Indian Air Force Joint User Airports (JUAs) has been withdrawn.
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Height Restrictions Put In Place Within 20 Km Radius Of Noida Airport
No constructions or tree planting is allowed within a 20 km radius of the Noida International Airport without a 'Height Clearance' or 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) from the Airport Authority of India (AAI), officials said.
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After Air India Crash, New Rules For Structures Near Airports
In a key step after the deadly Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has released new draft rules to tighten control over physical structures that may pose risk to aircraft safety.
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"Want To Put Culprits On No-Fly List": Aviation Minister On Hoax Bomb Calls
After nearly 100 flights received bomb threats in the week starting October 14, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has said safety is the government's top priority and rules are being amended to put people who make such calls on no-fly lists
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Ensure Children Below 13 Get Seats With Parents In Flight: Aviation Body To Airlines
Aviation body DGCA has asked all airlines to ensure that children up to the age of 12 years are allocated seats with at least one of their parents or guardians in a flight.
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"War Rooms At Airports": Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's New Rules Over Flight Delays
Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday announced a six-point action plan to combat fog-induced disruptions to domestic and international commercial flight operations, which have resulted in the delay or cancellation of hundreds of flights.
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Airlines To Cancel Delayed Flights? New Rules Amid Fog Chaos
The regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) today issued guidelines to handle chaotic situations as was seen yesterday due to fog in Delhi airport.
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Commercial Pilot Licenses To Be Valid For 10 Years: Aviation Ministry
The Ministry said the amendments to the Aircraft Rules, 1937, notified on October 10, mark a crucial shift in promoting ease of doing business and ensuring safety and security within the aviation sector.
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Can't Interfere In Employment Contract, Aviation Regulator Tells Akasa Air
The aviation regulator - Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) authorities have ruled out intervening in a dispute between Akasa Air and its pilots after the budget carrier accused the regulator of inaction, a legal filing shows.
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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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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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Can You Take Sand or Seashells On A Plane? Here Is What You Need To Know
If you are planning to bring a piece of your beach holiday home, read on to find out whether it is safe and legal to carry sand or seashells on a flight.
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Aviation Watchdog Withdraws Window Shade Rule At Air Force Airports
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced that the advisory requiring the lowering of window shades during aircraft operations at Indian Air Force Joint User Airports (JUAs) has been withdrawn.
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Height Restrictions Put In Place Within 20 Km Radius Of Noida Airport
No constructions or tree planting is allowed within a 20 km radius of the Noida International Airport without a 'Height Clearance' or 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) from the Airport Authority of India (AAI), officials said.
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After Air India Crash, New Rules For Structures Near Airports
In a key step after the deadly Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has released new draft rules to tighten control over physical structures that may pose risk to aircraft safety.
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"Want To Put Culprits On No-Fly List": Aviation Minister On Hoax Bomb Calls
After nearly 100 flights received bomb threats in the week starting October 14, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has said safety is the government's top priority and rules are being amended to put people who make such calls on no-fly lists
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Ensure Children Below 13 Get Seats With Parents In Flight: Aviation Body To Airlines
Aviation body DGCA has asked all airlines to ensure that children up to the age of 12 years are allocated seats with at least one of their parents or guardians in a flight.
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"War Rooms At Airports": Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's New Rules Over Flight Delays
Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday announced a six-point action plan to combat fog-induced disruptions to domestic and international commercial flight operations, which have resulted in the delay or cancellation of hundreds of flights.
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Airlines To Cancel Delayed Flights? New Rules Amid Fog Chaos
The regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) today issued guidelines to handle chaotic situations as was seen yesterday due to fog in Delhi airport.
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Commercial Pilot Licenses To Be Valid For 10 Years: Aviation Ministry
The Ministry said the amendments to the Aircraft Rules, 1937, notified on October 10, mark a crucial shift in promoting ease of doing business and ensuring safety and security within the aviation sector.
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Can't Interfere In Employment Contract, Aviation Regulator Tells Akasa Air
The aviation regulator - Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) authorities have ruled out intervening in a dispute between Akasa Air and its pilots after the budget carrier accused the regulator of inaction, a legal filing shows.
