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Vistara announces leave without pay for three days for pilots in September

The three-days leave without pay measure for pilots is in addition to a cut in monthly base flying allowance

02 Sep 2020 9:46 AM

The DGCA had issued show cause notice to both Commander and the co-pilot of the flight asking them to submit explanation on the lapses.

DGCA suspends 2 pilots for lapse during landing

The preliminary investigations of DGCA revealed that pilots landed the flight even as they lost the “visual reference” 50 feet before the touch down.

10 Jan 2020 1:56 AM

The DGCA officials said that lapses, even the minor ones, cannot be ignored as it involves lives of several people. (Photo: AFP/File)

Airline pilots want DGCA to go soft on minor lapses

The former pilot said that a representation will be made to the Civil Aviation minister on completion of the petition process.

14 Oct 2019 4:35 AM

The aviation watchdog found that the duo had failed to exercise due caution and take corrective measures resulting in a runway excursion. (Photo: File)

DGCA suspends license of 2 SpiceJet pilots

Their license has been suspended for a period of one year and they are also required to undergo corrective training.

29 Jul 2019 8:58 PM

The airline is operating just 6-7 planes, with almost its entire fleet being grounded due to non-payment of rentals to lessors amid severe paucity of cash.

Jet pilots appeal SBI to release Rs 1,500 cr funds, asks PM to save 20,000 jobs

The airline's pilots along with engineers and senior staff were last paid for December, 2018.

15 Apr 2019 11:45 AM

With more than USD 1.2 billion of bank debt, Jet is battling for survival and has yet to receive a loan of about USD 217 million as part of a March rescue deal.

Jet Airways pilots body defers 'no flying' call ahead of lenders meet

SBI considering a proposal to infuse 10 billion rupees (USD 145 million) to keep the airline afloat.

15 Apr 2019 8:46 AM

Jet Airways has delayed payments to pilots, suppliers and lessors for months and defaulted on loans after racking up more than USD 1 billion in debt. (Photo: File)

After pilots threaten to strike, Jet Airways to pay December salaries

Lessors have grounded more than three dozen Jet Airways planes, forcing hundreds of its flights to be cancelled.

31 Mar 2019 8:35 AM

Garuda Indonesia planned to cancel its order for 49 737 MAX jets citing a loss of passenger trust after the crashes. (Photo: AP)

Boeing invites pilots to briefing as it looks to return 737 MAX to service

The meeting is a sign that Boeing’s planned software patch is nearing completion, though it will still need regulatory approval.

25 Mar 2019 3:03 PM

On February 10, both unions told the airline that since they had not received the flying allowance, they had decided not to accept “changes in the (duty) roster and will maintain the CMS. (Photo: File | AFP)

Air India pilots’ union says ‘will go to any extent’ if victimised

Union of Air India decided that ‘if any pilot is victimised’ by management, it would go to any extent, including resorting to ‘strikes’.

13 Feb 2019 11:42 AM

Airline will seek approval for conversion of loans into shares, among other proposals, at the meeting of shareholders to be held on February 21.

Jet Airways pilots may take final call on salary payment delays in march

Jet Airways has been making salary payments to many of its employees, including pilots, in a staggered manner, amid financial crunch.

06 Feb 2019 4:21 PM

Airline, part-owned by Etihad Airways, said last month it would inject funds and cut costs in excess of $278 million over two years to try to stem losses.

Jet Airways addressing salary delays, says pilots union

Jet Airways said it had paid salaries on time to 84 pc of its employees and was committed to honouring its obligations.

07 Sep 2018 8:26 AM

The union, which has more than 1,100 members, also said that the induction of Boeing 737 MAX planes would also play a large part in achieving cost efficiencies and enhancing service standards.

Endeavouring to help airline achieve cost efficiencies: Jet Airways' pilots union

As part of cost reduction efforts, Jet Airways' has asked its employees, including pilots, to take steep pay cuts.

04 Aug 2018 12:28 PM

The captains, who are now stationed together at Fort Bliss in Texas, were married in front of 150 family members and friends, 34 of whom were military officers. (Facebook Screengrab/ Vincent Franchino)

Helicopter pilots become first active-duty same-sex couple to marry

Two army captains exchanged vows at West Point in first active-duty, same-sex marriage at esteemed United States Military Academy.

22 Jan 2018 1:42 PM

Union Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju. (Photo: PTI)

Pilots' shortage reason for 1 year notice period, says Raju

At present both senior and junior pilots are required to serve a six-month notice period.

05 Sep 2017 5:29 PM

New DGCA notice period norms for airline commanders may hit the expansion plans of the domestic carriers.

DGCA notice period norms for pilots many hit expansion plans

The DGCA norms regarding notice period are also facing opposition from some airline unions.

20 Aug 2017 10:47 AM

During the notice period, neither can the pilot refuse to undertake flight duties assigned to him nor can the employer deprive the pilot of his legitimate rights.

Pilots will have to serve 1-year notice: DGCA

The order is applicable with immediate effect and follows similar draft rules in May this year which have now been finalised.

17 Aug 2017 6:29 AM

The move to be implemented from August 1 is likely to impact up to 400 pilots.

Jet Airways cutting pilot pay to trim costs: sources

Jet Airways has proposed salary and stipend cuts in letters sent to pilots earlier this month.

20 Jul 2017 3:53 PM

Govt think tank NITI Aayog has suggested complete privatisation of the airline, which has a debt burden of over Rs 52,000 crore.

AI privatisation welcome but clear salary dues first: Pilots

Out of the total amount, about Rs 400 crore is due for pilots, according to a senior pilot.

25 Jun 2017 12:31 PM

Nearly 50 per cent rise in air safety violations by crew in 2016: DGCA

The violations resulted in de-rostering of 42 pilots besides suspension of 272 crew members.

03 Feb 2017 5:28 PM

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