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A group of pilots from Akasa Air has written to India's Civil Aviation Ministry, seeking an investigation into the airline’s hiring practices, rostering issues, and operational lapses. In their letter, addressed to Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu, Civil Aviation Secretary, and Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the pilots raised serious concerns regarding the airline’s internal operations.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has officially approved the merger of AIX Connect (formerly AirAsia India) with Air India Express (AIX), creating a unified low-cost carrier under the Air India umbrella. The merger ensures that all aircraft from AIX Connect have been transferred onto the Air India Express Air Operator Certificate, allowing seamless operations without disruption.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a substantial fine on Air India for a serious breach involving unqualified crew members. The aviation regulator has fined the airline ₹90 lakh for operating a flight with non-qualified staff, alongside additional penalties for specific airline officials.

Air India has unveiled ambitious plans to establish South Asia's largest Flying Training Organisation (FTO) in Maharashtra's Amravati, with operations set to commence by early 2026. This initiative marks a significant milestone as the first FTO by any Indian airline in the country.

The recent spate of flight delays and cancellations by Air India has drawn attention, leading to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issuing a show-cause notice to the airline. In response, Air India's Managing Director and CEO, Campbell Wilson, attributed these disruptions to technical glitches and operational challenges.

Go First, which filed for bankruptcy in May last year, faced another major setback after EaseMyTrip founder and CEO Nishant Pitti announced the withdrawal of his bid for the defunct airline. The airline, once the fifth largest in India based on scheduled departures, has had its entire fleet of 54 aircraft grounded since May 3 last year. Earlier this month, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) de-registered all of Go First's aircraft, further complicating its revival prospects.

In a significant development for the aviation industry, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has awarded the Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) to the newly established airline, Fly91. Co-founded by Manoj Chako, a former senior executive of Kingfisher Airlines, the airline, operating under the brand name FLY91, is poised to make its mark in the Indian aviation sector.

In the aftermath of a widely circulated video capturing passengers dining on the tarmac at Mumbai airport, the Civil Aviation Ministry has imposed significant fines on IndiGo and the airport authorities. IndiGo faces a penalty of ₹1.20 crore, while Mumbai Airport is fined ₹90 lakh.