DGCA can act against noncompliance of pilots to aviation rules: Delhi HC

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has the authority to act against pilots who are not in compliance with the Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR), the Delhi High Court said on Wednesday while deciding the plea of Akasa Air. The plea had sought DGCA action against pilots who resigned without serving their notice period, allegedly forcing the airline to cancel several flights a day.

The court’s interim order noted that in case an employment contract was breached, the Civil Aviation Requirements became operative and then the DGCA has the power to act in accordance with them.