Why in the news?

  • DGCA issued show cause notice to IndiGo Airline company on their large scale operation disruptions recently.

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

  • What is it?: DGCA is the regulatory body for civil aviation in India, which is responsible for air safety, airworthiness, licensing, and aviation regulation.
  • Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA)
  • Key Functions:
    • Regulation and Safety oversight
    • Licensing of pilots, aircraft engineers, air traffic controllers, flight dispatchers, etc.
    • Certifies aircraft, aircraft components, and maintenance organizations.
    • Grants permits to airlines (scheduled/non-scheduled).
    • Conducts preliminary investigations into aircraft accidents/incidents within India.
  • Recent Initiatives:
    • eGCA Portal: Digital platform for licensing, approvals, and services to enhance transparency.
    • Strict Safety Oversight after ICAO audits and FAA assessments.
    • Implementation of Civil Aviation Requirements (CARs) for drones, safety, training, and operations.

Source: The Hindu

 

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