Paper: GS – II, Subject: Polity, Topic: Institutions, Issue: DGCA Proposed Amendments.
Context:
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has proposed amendments to the Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR).
- Comments have been invited under Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.
Key Takeaways:
| About Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA): It is the regulatory body in the field of civil aviation primarily dealing with safety issues. It is an attached office of the Ministry of Civil Aviation. It is responsible for regulation of air transport services to/from/within India and for enforcement of civil air regulations, air safety and airworthiness standards. It also coordinates all regulatory functions with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). Headquarters: New Delhi. |
Proposed Amendments:
Direct Authority to Airlines:
- Airlines will be empowered to impose a flying ban of up to 30 days on passengers exhibiting disruptive behavior during flights.
Rationale for Changes:
- The DGCA emphasizes that even a single disruptive passenger can jeopardize safety on board and adversely affect flight operations.
- The proposed amendments aim to streamline the process, enabling airlines to act swiftly in the interest of passenger safety.
Types of Disruptive Behavior: The DGCA has defined several actions that will be categorized as disruptive, including:
- Consumption of Alcohol and Smoking
- Tampering with Emergency Exits
- Unauthorized Use of Life-Saving Equipment
- Engaging in Protests or Sloganeering
- Unruly Conduct from Intoxication
- General Annoyance: Actions such as screaming, kicking seat backs, or banging tray tables will also be classified as disruptive.
The DGCA proposes amendments allowing airlines to swiftly ban disruptive passengers, aiming to enhance flight safety and passenger comfort, with stakeholder feedback playing a key role in shaping the final regulations.
Source: (The Hindu)
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