Akasa Air Faces Rs.30 Lakh Fine from DGCA for Regulatory Breaches

Akasa Air, operated by SNV Aviation Pvt. Ltd., has been fined ₹30 lakh by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) due to several regulatory violations. This penalty follows a spot inspection conducted on May 20, 2024, which uncovered issues related to pilot training and operational protocols.

The violations identified include conducting practical training for technical instructors and pilots without the necessary ATRP approvals, exceeding permissible training hours, and appointing examiners who were not qualified for CAT II/III operations. Despite receiving multiple opportunities to rectify these problems, the DGCA found Akasa Air's responses inadequate.

After issuing a show-cause notice on August 29, 2024, the DGCA determined that the explanations provided by the airline did not meet the required standards, leading to the imposition of the penalty under Rule 162 of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.

In response to the order dated October 17, 2024, Akasa Air stated, "We acknowledge receipt of an order by the DGCA. We are working closely with the regulator on this matter. For us at Akasa Air, safety is of the utmost importance, and we are committed to pursuing the highest global standards of safety."

The airline has a window of 30 days to either appeal the decision or settle the fine. Notably, Akasa Air had faced penalties for similar violations in August.

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