Overview

• An Air India Express pilot died of cardiac arrest on April 9 after landing in Delhi from Srinagar, raising concerns about pilot welfare and emergency response times.
• The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is preparing to review pilot fitness assessments and medical emergency protocols at airports.
• Concerns were raised by Air India Express pilots about a delayed emergency response, with claims that an ambulance took 45 minutes to arrive.
• Airlines are set to implement revised duty and rest hour norms for pilots starting July 1, aimed at improving safety and pilot well-being.
• The Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPA) is advocating for transparent regulations, including mental health support and humane scheduling practices for pilots.