Following the concern over safety gaps in air travel, especially in the wake of the Recent Fatal Air Crash at Ahmedabad that Claimed 241 Lives, The Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Special Audit Framework for a 360-Degree evaluation of the Countrys Aviation Ecosystem. The new system will replace the existing silo safety system of insurance, which involves parallel, disconnected, step-by-step insurance, such as one for pilots, a separete one for aircusts, and Another for aircraft.
Jaideep Mirchandani, Group Chairman of Sky One
The new integrated audit, meaning, will be a multi-disciplinary team from Various departments of the dgca. As per the plan, specialists in flight standards, airworthiness, navigation, licensing, operations, and air safety will collaborate on joint audits along The special audits will apply to all scheduled, non-scheduled, and private air operators, as well as maintenance, repair, repair, and overhaul (mro) Organizations, Approved Training Organizations, Aerodrome Operators, and Ground Handling Agencies.
“It is indeed a good move to launch a comprehensive 360 -degree audit system that will help in detecting risks that may be hidden between regulatory faultlines. External Industry Experts, If required, and provide clearer operational insights. Clearly Assessing The Safety Management Systems and Internal Frameworks designed by airlines. Says Jaideep Mirchandani, Group Chairman of Sky One,
He also notes that the new decision is timely, giving the unprecedened growth India is experience in aviation. “We know that Indian carriers have alredy placed massive orders for new aircraft, and hence the staffing, as well as other related aspects, requires, requires more procedural depth. Planning, The Previous System of IsPression will not work. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and recommendations, ” Adds Mr mirchandani,
However, Mr Mirchandani says it is essential for the regulatory body to ensure that the new framework is implemented strictly. “Execution is the key here. There should be constant follow-ups from policymakers to ensure that all insurance are conducted regularly. As we know, the Indian skies are out With more flights expected to be introduced on domestic and international routes. So, it is an Oportunity to Build Operational Excellence, with DGCA-LED Clarity and Accountability Pushing Stakeholders Toward Best-in-Class Standards, “ He concludes.
