Air India got this exemption from DGCA, the airline will be able to make changes inside the flight
Tata Group-led Air India has received approval from aviation regulator DGCA to carry out its own upgrades or modifications to aircraft interiors. The airline is working on revamping its fleet and expanding its operations. According to a PTI report, the airline has collaborated with Tata Technologies to upgrade the interiors of aircraft in its fleet. Air India gave this information in a statement on Monday.
Became the first such Indian airline
According to the news, Air India says that Air India is the first Indian airline to receive DGCA’s Design Organization Approval, which allows us to modify aircraft interiors in-house. This initiative, in partnership with Tata Technology, is another milestone in Air India’s pursuit of becoming self-reliant in its endeavor to become a world-class airline.
Room sharing policy dispute
The All India Cabin Crew Association (AICCA) has termed Air India’s room sharing policy for a class of crew members as illegal and unlawful. The ICCA has requested the Ministry of Labour to intervene in the matter and stop the move. The association is demanding hotel accommodation and housing conditions that are in line with the housing policy for pilots as per previous agreements and tribunal decisions. The association has also written to Air India chief Campbell Wilson, urging him not to violate the status quo and keep in mind the sanctity of the industrial tribunal and the pending industrial dispute on the issue.
85 more aircraft ordered from Airbus
Air India has ordered 85 more aircraft from Airbus this month, which also includes 10 A350 aircraft. Of the 85 aircraft ordered with Airbus, 75 are narrow-body A320 series aircraft while 10 are wide-body A350 aircraft. European aircraft manufacturer Airbus had said it had received orders for 667 aircraft till September this year.