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DGCA orders safety review of uncontrolled airstrips nationwide New Delhi:Aviation watchdog DGCA has asked operators of uncontrolled airstrips to immediately review the operational conditions of their facilities and rectify deficiencies that affect safety against the backdrop of accidents at such airstrips. Several uncontrolled airstrips across the country are being utilised for landing and departure of aircraft. In an advisory to owners and operators of uncontrolled airstrips, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said all such airport and airstrip operators are advised to undertake an immediate review of the operational condition of their facilities and ensure strict compliance with applicable norms. Operators are further advised to carry out periodic inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, aprons, visual aids, markings, drainage systems, boundary fencing, and access control arrangements, it said in the advisory dated June 11. The regulator’s Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) prescribe the minimum safety requirements that must be complied with by operators of airstrips used for aircraft operations. However, DGCA flagged…

DGCA orders safety review of uncontrolled airstrips nationwide N ew Delhi: Aviation watchdog DGCA has asked operators of uncontrolled airstrips to immediately review the operational conditions of their facilities and rectify deficiencies that affect safety against the backdrop of accidents at such airstrips. Advertisement Several uncontrolled airstrips across the country are being utilised for landing and departure of aircraft. In an advisory to owners and operators of uncontrolled airstrips, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said all such airport and airstrip operators are advised to undertake an immediate review of the operational condition of their facilities and ensure strict compliance with applicable norms. Operators are further advised to carry out periodic inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, aprons, visual aids, markings, drainage systems, boundary fencing, and access control arrangements, it said in the advisory dated June 11. The regulator’s Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) prescribe the minimum safety requirements that must be complied with by operators of airstrips used for aircraft operations. However, D…

DGCA asks operators of uncontrolled airfields to… - inkl New Delhi, Aviation watchdog DGCA has asked operators of uncontrolled airstrips to immediately review the operational conditions of their facilities and rectify deficiencies that affect safety against the backdrop of accidents at such airstrips. Several uncontrolled airstrips across the country are being utilised for landing and departure of aircraft. In an advisory to owners and operators of uncontrolled airstrips, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said all such airport and airstrip operators are advised to undertake an immediate review of the operational condition of their facilities and ensure strict compliance with applicable norms. "Operators are further advised to carry out periodic inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, aprons, visual aids, markings, drainage systems, boundary fencing, and access control arrangements," it said in the advisory dated June 11. The regulator's Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) prescribe the minimum safety requirements that must be complied with by operators of airstrips used for aircraft operations. However, DGCA flagged th…

DGCA Cracks Down On Uncontrolled Airfields After Recent Accidents ... In a significant move aimed at strengthening aviation safety across India’s rapidly expanding aviation ecosystem, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed operators of uncontrolled airfields and airstrips to immediately review operational conditions, identify safety deficiencies, and implement corrective measures without delay. What Are Uncontrolled Airfields? Feature Description Air Traffic Control No dedicated ATC tower Aircraft Coordination Pilot-to-pilot communication Operations Visual procedures and standard protocols Common Users Flying schools, charter operators, private aviation Oversight DGCA regulations and local operators The directive comes in the aftermath of recent accidents and incidents at uncontrolled airfields, prompting concerns about infrastructure standards, operational oversight, emergency preparedness, and compliance with established aviation safety regulations. The regulator has made it clear that all operators must ensure strict adherence to prescribed safety norms and rectify any shortcomings that could compromise safe aircraft operations. Aviation Regulator Pushes …

DGCA asks operators of uncontrolled airfields to review ops conditions ... ANI Representational image New Delhi, Aviation watchdog DGCA has asked operators of uncontrolled airstrips to immediately review the operational conditions of their facilities and rectify deficiencies that affect safety against the backdrop of accidents at such airstrips. Several uncontrolled airstrips across the country are being utilised for landing and departure of aircraft. In an advisory to owners and operators of uncontrolled airstrips, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said all such airport and airstrip operators are advised to undertake an immediate review of the operational condition of their facilities and ensure strict compliance with applicable norms. "Operators are further advised to carry out periodic inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, aprons, visual aids, markings, drainage systems, boundary fencing, and access control arrangements," it said in the advisory dated June 11. The regulator's Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) prescribe the minimum safety requirements that must be complied with by operators of airstrips used for aircr…

DGCA Orders Safety Audit Of Uncontrolled Airstrips ... - Swarajya News Brief Arjun Brij Jun 18, 2026 | Updated 10:28 AM GMT+5:30 Save & read from anywhere! Bookmark stories for easy access on any device or theSwarajya app. India’s aviation regulator has directed operators of uncontrolled airstrips across the country to urgently assess the condition of their facilities and address any shortcomings that could compromise flight safety, following concerns raised by recent accidents at such locations. In an advisory issued on 11 June, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) instructed airstrip owners and operators to carry out a comprehensive review of their infrastructure and ensure compliance with all applicable safety requirements. The regulator stressed that airstrips used for aircraft operations must be maintained in line with standards laid down under the Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR). The DGCA noted that several uncontrolled airfields are currently being used for aircraft arrivals and departures but are not being maintained to the prescribed benchmarks. According to the regulator, this has the potential to affect the safety of flight operations. As part of …

DGCA calls for immediate review of safety at uncontrolled airstrips The aviation regulator expresses concern over inadequate maintenance of operational safety

DGCA asks operators of uncontrolled airfields to review ops conditions ... ANI Representational image New Delhi, Aviation watchdog DGCA has asked operators of uncontrolled airstrips to immediately review the operational conditions of their facilities and rectify deficiencies that affect safety against the backdrop of accidents at such airstrips. Several uncontrolled airstrips across the country are being utilised for landing and departure of aircraft. In an advisory to owners and operators of uncontrolled airstrips, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said all such airport and airstrip operators are advised to undertake an immediate review of the operational condition of their facilities and ensure strict compliance with applicable norms. "Operators are further advised to carry out periodic inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, aprons, visual aids, markings, drainage systems, boundary fencing, and access control arrangements," it said in the advisory dated June 11. The regulator's Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) prescribe the minimum safety requirements that must be complied with by operators of airstrips used for aircr…