DGCA lets AI pilots fly longer hours as Gulf detours stretch West routes

Air India pilots are flying longer hours due to rerouted flights amid the Iran war, with the DGCA granting temporary extensions. While understanding the necessity, pilots express concerns about fatigue impacting safety. The airline is implementing measures to mitigate these issues and expedite pilot upgrades to manage the increased flight demands.

By SAURABH SINHA

DGCA relaxes safety rules for Air India amid West Asia crisis

Airline officials said the permission gives Air India space to allow itself to rework its rostering and mitigate disruptions caused by the restrictions.