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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) under India's Ministry of Civil Aviation held a successful Safety Seminar 2025 in New Delhi focusing on aviation safety and collaboration. The event, which drew industry leaders and officials, emphasized the importance of continuous safety vigilance and better practices to build
APAC-AIG
The Ministry of Civil Aviation inaugurated the four-day Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) meeting in New Delhi, focusing on safety oversight and accident prevention. Key discussions included the importance of thorough investigations, sharing expertise among member states, and India's progress in aviation safety standards. The meeting aims
ICAO
India has been re-elected to the Part II of the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) during the 42nd ICAO Assembly Session in Montreal, securing more votes than in the 2022 elections. This reflects increased confidence among Member States in India's leadership in international civil aviation.
Operation Sindoor
During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces showcased remarkable synergy through a unified operational framework, enhancing decision-making and situational awareness while minimizing risks. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh emphasized the necessity of jointness in modern warfare, advocating for deeper integration among the Tri-Services to address evolving security challenges. The seminar highlighted
WiFEX
The Winter Fog Experiment (WiFEX), initiated in 2015 at Indira Gandhi International Airport, has marked ten years of research on North India's winter fog, impacting aviation safety and daily life. Led by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, the project has developed advanced fog prediction models and improved
Air India
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has released a status report on the recovery and examination of black boxes from Air India Flight AI-171, which crashed on June 13, 2025. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) initiated an investigation and formed a multidisciplinary team, including representatives from the NTSB. Both Cockpit
DGCA
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated a comprehensive surveillance operation at major airports, including Delhi and Mumbai, to enhance safety measures in the aviation sector. The surveillance revealed multiple repeated defects on aircraft, indicating ineffective monitoring and inadequate rectification actions. Key findings included unserviceable ground handling equipment,
Aviation Safety
Union Minister Shri Ram Mohan Naidu chaired a review meeting focusing on safety, passenger facilitation, and airline performance following an Air India flight incident near Ahmedabad. Key directives were issued to Airport Directors to enhance passenger support during flight disruptions. The Minister emphasized operational continuity and transparent communication with passengers.
Kedarnath
A Bell 407 helicopter operated by Aryan Aviation crashed in the Kedarnath sector, resulting in immediate rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF. The helicopter, carrying five passengers and one crew member, reportedly crashed due to poor visibility conditions. Following the incident, operations of Aryan Aviation for the Char Dham Yatra
AI171 Crash
Civil Aviation Minister Shri Ram Mohan Naidu addressed the media regarding the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171, which occurred shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad. The government has initiated multi-level investigations and committed to comprehensive safety reforms. A high-level committee will review the incident and recommend long-term safety measures.