The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Aircraft Amendment Bill, that seeks to enhance the maximum fine limit on regulatory and other lapses found in aircraft operations from Rs 10 lakh to Rs one crore.
The Bill is expected to be introduced in the Lok Sabha during the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament.
“The Bill enhances the maximum limit of fine from the existing Rs 10 lakh to Rs one crore. It also enlarges the scope of the existing Act to include regulation of all areas of air navigation,” an official statement said.
“The amendments would fulfil the requirements of International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).”
