The government has notified Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, replacing the 1937 Aircraft Rules from January 1, 2027. The framework covers aircraft safety, licensing, maintenance, airline operations and airport standards, while mandating transparent ticket pricing and fare disclosures
Air India is carrying out phased modifications to certain Boeing 787 Dreamliners following a US FAA airworthiness directive on door assist handles. The airline said flight operations and safety remain unaffected while upgrades are completed across affected aircraft
Air India reported three technical glitches on its Boeing 787 fleet since July, prompting enhanced safety inspections ordered by the DGCA after a June accident. The minister said all aircraft were found satisfactory and that technical snags are routinely addressed under prescribed procedures
