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Air India Crew to Stay on Board During European Refueling Halts
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What Happened?
Air India has instructed its crew on North America flights to remain on board during refueling stops in Europe. This follows concerns raised by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regarding safety protocols.
Key points
- Air India crew must stay on board during refueling halts in Europe.
- This policy was implemented after EASA raised safety concerns.
- The airline's SAFA score improved from 2.7 to about 1.4 after changes.
- Crew now remains on board for 1-1.5 hours during refueling.
- The DGCA monitored compliance with the new protocols.
Key insights
- Improved safety protocols may lead to fewer delays during refueling.
- Air India's compliance with EASA standards could strengthen its operational credibility.
- The DGCA's oversight may improve overall aviation safety in India.
Why it matters
This change could enhance safety during refueling stops, benefiting passengers and crew.
Entities
Air India· CompanyEASA· OrganizationDGCA· OrganizationNorth America· RegionEurope· Region
Source
Times of India
