Rumble in the cockpit as DGCA defers new duty and rest rules

Indian pilots are resenting the Directorate General of Civil Aviation’s (DGCA) decision to defer the implementation of the new rules on pilot duty and rest period, pointing to fatigue-induced safety concerns.

The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP), which has more than 5,000 members, has told the aviation regulator this decision endangers and undermines the safety of pilots and passengers.