Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:48pm on 01 Nov 2026,Sunday India
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has made two pilots mandatory for all Char Dham helicopter charter flights from November 2. The move follows a recent helicopter crash in Uttarakhand. The new rules also require pilots to seek clearance before every flight and submit reports after landing. However, helicopter operators have opposed the decision. They say the rule will increase costs and create staffing problems. The operators have warned that they will suspend charter services from November 2 if the order is not reviewed. They have urged authorities to discuss a practical solution.
