Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
Indian governmental regulatory body for civil aviation
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What's happening
Active this week
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DGCA tightened safety guidelines following a helicopter crash on November 2, 2026.Some support2 reports
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FIP urged the Ministry of Civil Aviation and PM Modi to establish a safety review committee for Indian aviation.Some support1 report
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DM of Rudraprayag predicts pilgrim increase while DGCA conducts final safety inspections in Uttarakhand.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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DGCA mandates a two-pilot rule for aviation operations in Uttarakhand.Some support1 report
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) dispatched a team to Dehradun for an assessment.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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DGCA officials held a meeting with Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Department officials.Some support1 report
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Government agencies mandate thorough safety and infrastructure inspections across all transport sectors, including 20 airports and bus routes.Some support1 report
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DGCA regulates aviation safety in India as a Chennai flight is diverted to Hyderabad from Goa.Some support1 report
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) prohibited a specific model of power bank on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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An IndiGo flight operated from Guwahati on October 1, 2026, prompting the DGCA to initiate a probe into an incident.Some support2 reports
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Gujarat's FTOs are producing CPL holders as the Government strengthens the pilot-training ecosystem using the Civil Aviation Department.Some support3 reports
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Government of India and DGCA partner on drone industry round table to drive sector reforms.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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The state mandates fee hikes for Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) services in Rajajinagar.Some support1 report
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Chief Minister directs departments regarding the operation of helicopter shuttle services in Uttarakhand, which require permission from the DGCA.Some support1 report
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The Aero Club of India leads the Centre of Excellence for aviation training in India, which must align with DGCA requirements.Some support1 report
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Pawan Hans received an LoI for Lakshadweep routes after seeking permissions from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and DGCA.Some support1 report
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Complaints regarding service failures and safety at SpiceJet are under government oversight by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Ministry of Civil Aviation.Some support1 report
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is investigating incidents involving Air India, which operates at Delhi airport.Well supported15 reports5 developments inside
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An accident occurred at an uncontrolled airstrip in Baramati, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation operating under civil aviation requirements.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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An investigation into a crash has begun in Baramati, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the political figures connected to the incident.Some support1 report
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An investigation has been launched into an Air India pilot regarding the use of psychoactive substances.Some support2 reports
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A flight originating in Thailand and landing in Delhi was involved in an incident, prompting a recommendation for DGCA action.Some support2 reports
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Restoration work and inspection at H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport in Bajawa following earthquake damage.Some support1 report
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DGCA grants type certification for Embraer E-Jets and enhances MoU for E175 Final Assembly Line in India.Some support6 reports1 development inside
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DGCA is overseeing commercial pilots in India as MoCA tightens safety protocols across the aviation sector.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred on a flight originating from Kendari, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.Some support1 report
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An incident involving Air India prompted an investigation by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.Well supported8 reports
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DGCA implements civil aviation safety protocols while Andhra Pradesh continues to develop as a technology hub.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Aviation sector growth necessitates regulatory review, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.Some support7 reports
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Flying operations at Mysuru Airport have been suspended due to safety concerns, prompting calls for urgent financial sanction from the state government.Some support1 report
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is identified as the Indian governmental regulatory body.Some support2 reports
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Shyamkumar Daulat Barve questioned the Directorate General of Civil Aviation regarding safety data on August 9, 2026.Some support2 reports
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India-Pakistan tensions are impacting the domestic aviation market, with DGCA releasing data showing capacity reductions by SpiceJet and Air India.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DGCA issued show cause notices to airlines while the Minister and opposition MP addressed aviation safety in the Rajya Sabha.Some support2 reports
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A university located in Bikaner received funding, and a drone training center there was authorized by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.Some support1 report
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DGCA data tracks Air India's market share as Adani Group seeks regulatory changes to launch a competing airline in the Indian market.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Centre directed OEM-level examination of the fuel control switch as part of the ongoing investigation into the 787-8 crash.Some support5 reports
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Investigations are being conducted under DGCA supervision regarding the operation of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner used by Air India.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) collects and publishes data on international passenger movements.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Services to Delhi are currently suspended, affecting the capital city. This operational status is linked to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and Khajuraho Airport, which serves as a regional gateway for India.Some support1 report
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation challenged the Directorate General of Civil Aviation regarding lapses in the oversight of Air India's operations.Some support4 reports
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Indian government regulates civil aviation operations while Abu Dhabi is noted as a Gulf destination.Some support1 report
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Boeing planes registered in India were grounded by the DGCA following safety notices.Some support1 report
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DGCA approved the use of Electronic Technical Logbooks for fleet operations.Some support28 reports
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A Directorate General of Civil Aviation officer is involved in a bribery scandal.Some support1 report
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The court is reviewing an expansion project in Umroi, where the Airports Authority of India's assessment is required before the Directorate General of Civil Aviation grants final approval.Some support1 report
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Civil aviation bodies, including DGCA and AAI, are collaborating to manage complaint resolution and implement a centralized passenger assistance platform.Some support1 report
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Evaluation processes involving the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) are facing delays impacting expansion plans related to Meghalaya and Guwahati.Some support1 report
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Rajasekhar, a prime accused in a Puducherry racket, is linked to the matter, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the use of its connections.Some support3 reports
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A historic super-pressure balloon was launched from Vijayawada, highlighting Andhra Pradesh's emergence as a technology hub for India, with DGCA coordination.Some support1 report1 development inside
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What's reaching Directorate General of Civil Aviation
Events traced to Directorate General of Civil Aviation, step by step, newest first- Uttarakhand infrastructure push may boost civil aviation operationsUttarakhand's infrastructure push may increase regional travel and aviation operationsPossible
- New aviation rules require DGCA to update operational guidelinesDGCA must update operational guidelines to comply with new aviation rulesLikely
- Cyclone disruptions may require DGCA to assess flight safetyThe Directorate General of Civil Aviation may need to assess operational safety following cyclone-related flight cancellations.Possible
- Air India's route expansion may increase DGCA regulatory oversightThe DGCA may face increased regulatory oversight due to Air India's route expansionPossible
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India StructuralPakistan, Turkmenistan, and India are collaborating on regional connectivity projects to strengthen energy security.Moves Directorate General of Civil Aviation
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Government of India StructuralThe Government of India has set rice auction targets for 2026-27 and is seeking stock limits in Southern States.Moves Directorate General of Civil Aviation
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Ministry of Civil Aviation StructuralThe Ministry of Civil Aviation has been mandated to examine helicopter operations.Moves Directorate General of Civil Aviation
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Uganda StructuralMs O'Sullivan's mother conducted research into rural health systems in Uganda.Moves Directorate General of Civil Aviation
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Andhra Pradesh StructuralKarnataka's electricity corporations are assisting Andhra Pradesh with power supply.Moves Directorate General of Civil Aviation
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Indonesia StructuralIndonesia and Austria deepened strategic collaborations through diplomatic receptions and cultural heritage displays.Moves Directorate General of Civil Aviation
Connections
The 40 strongest of 90, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
India Structural
DGCA operates as the specialized civil aviation authority, mandated and functioning as an attached office of the Indian government.
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Air India Structural
DGCA maintains formal regulatory oversight over Air India, governing operational compliance, safety, and technical approvals.
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parliament Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation reports findings and updates to Parliament regarding aviation matters.
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Government of India Structural
The Government of India provides the overarching authority and legal framework under which the Directorate General of Civil Aviation operates.
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Boeing Structural
The DGCA formally investigates and directs Boeing to conduct testing and address fuel control switch defects in its aircraft.
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Ministry of Civil Aviation Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation functions as an attached office under the functional oversight of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
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Uttarakhand Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation regulates and mandates operational rules for aviation services within Uttarakhand.
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Andhra Pradesh Structural
The state government relies on the DGCA for functional regulatory approvals, such as aerodrome licensing.
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Ministry of Civil Aviation Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation operates as a subordinate agency under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
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Indonesia Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation operates as a regulatory agency within the Indonesian government.
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IndiGo Structural
IndiGo operates under the regulatory oversight and compliance framework established by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
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government Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation functions as a body operating under the formal authority and purview of the Government.
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Lukman Structural
Lukman holds the appointed and functional role of Director General of Civil Aviation.
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International Civil Aviation Organization Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation ensures national procedures meet global aviation standards set by ICAO.
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Mysuru Airport Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation regulates Mysuru Airport, demonstrated by the suspension of flying operations due to safety concerns.
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Embraer Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation granted type certification for Embraer's E-Jets family.
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AMA Structural
AMA operates under the regulatory oversight of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, including incident investigations.
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FIP Operational
FIP actively submits technical notes and urges the DGCA to enhance safety oversight regarding pilot fatigue risks.
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Indira Gandhi International Airport Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation formally regulates the operational activities of Indira Gandhi International Airport.
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CAR Structural
CAR's operations are governed by the regulatory requirements established by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
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Uttar Pradesh Structural
DGCA acts as the national aviation regulator, overseeing and setting standards for airport operations within Uttar Pradesh.
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Dehradun Operational
The DGCA actively regulates and assesses aviation operations within Dehradun.
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Akasa Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation regulates and tracks operational defects reported by airlines like Akasa.
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Airports Authority of India Structural
AAI operates within the civil aviation framework overseen by DGCA, which holds the final approval authority for its operations.
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GMR Group Structural
The DGCA grants the necessary license and operational authority for GMR Group to develop and operate the airport infrastructure.
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SpiceJet Structural
DGCA holds regulatory authority over SpiceJet concerning operational standards, safety compliance, and service failures.
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South Sudan Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation applies specific operational protocols to flights that involve South Sudan.
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Uganda Structural
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation operates as a mandated regulatory body whose protocols are established within the sovereign jurisdiction of Uganda.
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Rajya Sabha Operational
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation provides formal updates and information regarding civil aviation initiatives to the Rajya Sabha.
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Ngurah Rai International Airport Structural
The airport operates under the regulatory and operational oversight of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, particularly during crises like volcanic eruptions.
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Ministry of Transportation Structural
DGCA functions as a reporting agency under the mandate of the Ministry of Transportation.
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Gujarat Structural
Gujarat utilizes the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to facilitate infrastructure development.
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Cessna Structural
The DGCA regulates Cessna's operations, evidenced by an ongoing probe into a crash-landing incident.
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Delhi Operational
Delhi coordinates with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation on civil aviation matters, including incident response and operational restrictions.
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Rajasekhar Structural
Rajasekhar utilized the formal connections and institutional capacity of the DGCA to arrange relief efforts.
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state Structural
The state government (B) holds the ultimate authority, issuing mandates regarding fees and operations for the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (A).
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ALPA Structural
A pilots' association interacts with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation regarding flight operational matters, specifically seeking suspension.
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Defence Research and Development Organisation Operational
The two government agencies are actively coordinating activities related to high-altitude flight trials, specifically involving HAPS.
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Haryana Mentioned together
An IPS officer from the Haryana cadre is currently serving at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
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Jakarta Operational
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation coordinates air travel responses within Jakarta.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- DGCA tightened safety guidelines following a helicopter crash on November 2, 2026.
- FIP urged the Ministry of Civil Aviation and PM Modi to establish a safety review committee for Indian aviation.
- DGCA mandates a two-pilot rule for aviation operations in Uttarakhand.
- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) dispatched a team to Dehradun for an assessment.
October 2026
6 events- DGCA officials held a meeting with Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Department officials.
- Government agencies mandate thorough safety and infrastructure inspections across all transport sectors, including 20 airports and bus routes.
- DGCA regulates aviation safety in India as a Chennai flight is diverted to Hyderabad from Goa.
- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) prohibited a specific model of power bank on October 14, 2026.
- An IndiGo flight operated from Guwahati on October 1, 2026, prompting the DGCA to initiate a probe into an incident.
- Gujarat's FTOs are producing CPL holders as the Government strengthens the pilot-training ecosystem using the Civil Aviation Department.
September 2026
10 events- DM of Rudraprayag predicts pilgrim increase while DGCA conducts final safety inspections in Uttarakhand.
- The state mandates fee hikes for Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) services in Rajajinagar.
- Chief Minister directs departments regarding the operation of helicopter shuttle services in Uttarakhand, which require permission from the DGCA.
- The Aero Club of India leads the Centre of Excellence for aviation training in India, which must align with DGCA requirements.
- Pawan Hans received an LoI for Lakshadweep routes after seeking permissions from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and DGCA.
- Complaints regarding service failures and safety at SpiceJet are under government oversight by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
- An investigation into a crash has begun in Baramati, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the political figures connected to the incident.
- An investigation has been launched into an Air India pilot regarding the use of psychoactive substances.
- A flight originating in Thailand and landing in Delhi was involved in an incident, prompting a recommendation for DGCA action.
- Restoration work and inspection at H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport in Bajawa following earthquake damage.
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August 2026
10 events- Government of India and DGCA partner on drone industry round table to drive sector reforms.
- DGCA is overseeing commercial pilots in India as MoCA tightens safety protocols across the aviation sector.
- An incident occurred on a flight originating from Kendari, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
- An incident involving Air India prompted an investigation by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
- Aviation sector growth necessitates regulatory review, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
- Flying operations at Mysuru Airport have been suspended due to safety concerns, prompting calls for urgent financial sanction from the state government.
- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is identified as the Indian governmental regulatory body.
- Shyamkumar Daulat Barve questioned the Directorate General of Civil Aviation regarding safety data on August 9, 2026.
- DGCA issued show cause notices to airlines while the Minister and opposition MP addressed aviation safety in the Rajya Sabha.
- A university located in Bikaner received funding, and a drone training center there was authorized by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
July 2026
11 events- DGCA grants type certification for Embraer E-Jets and enhances MoU for E175 Final Assembly Line in India.
- India-Pakistan tensions are impacting the domestic aviation market, with DGCA releasing data showing capacity reductions by SpiceJet and Air India.
- DGCA data tracks Air India's market share as Adani Group seeks regulatory changes to launch a competing airline in the Indian market.
- Centre directed OEM-level examination of the fuel control switch as part of the ongoing investigation into the 787-8 crash.
- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) collects and publishes data on international passenger movements.
- Services to Delhi are currently suspended, affecting the capital city. This operational status is linked to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and Khajuraho Airport, which serves as a regional gateway for India.
- The Ministry of Civil Aviation challenged the Directorate General of Civil Aviation regarding lapses in the oversight of Air India's operations.
- Indian government regulates civil aviation operations while Abu Dhabi is noted as a Gulf destination.
- Boeing planes registered in India were grounded by the DGCA following safety notices.
- DGCA approved the use of Electronic Technical Logbooks for fleet operations.
- A Directorate General of Civil Aviation officer is involved in a bribery scandal.
June 2026
9 events- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is investigating incidents involving Air India, which operates at Delhi airport.
- An accident occurred at an uncontrolled airstrip in Baramati, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation operating under civil aviation requirements.
- DGCA implements civil aviation safety protocols while Andhra Pradesh continues to develop as a technology hub.
- Investigations are being conducted under DGCA supervision regarding the operation of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner used by Air India.
- The court is reviewing an expansion project in Umroi, where the Airports Authority of India's assessment is required before the Directorate General of Civil Aviation grants final approval.
- Civil aviation bodies, including DGCA and AAI, are collaborating to manage complaint resolution and implement a centralized passenger assistance platform.
- Evaluation processes involving the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) are facing delays impacting expansion plans related to Meghalaya and Guwahati.
- Rajasekhar, a prime accused in a Puducherry racket, is linked to the matter, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the use of its connections.
- A historic super-pressure balloon was launched from Vijayawada, highlighting Andhra Pradesh's emergence as a technology hub for India, with DGCA coordination.