DGCA resumes breath analyser tests for crew
The directorate general of civil aviation (DGCA) has ordered resumption of mandatory breath analyser (BA) tests for flight crews from October 15. The tests were discontinued in March with an aim to curb the spread of Covid-19.
The aviation regulator’s order, issued on Wednesday, said, “in view of reducing trend of Covid-19 cases and increase in volume of air traffic as a result of resumption of normal operations and also in view of dispensation granted by Hon’ble High Court of Delhi order, the guidelines issued by the DGCA vide Order dated 29.03.2022 have been reviewed and it has been decided to restore the CAR Section-5, Series-F, Part-Ill w.e.f. 15.10.2022, with conditions.”
The BA test is carried out on each airline crew member before a flight to check for the presence of alcohol.
