DGCA Regulations 2025: Analyzing the Latest Amendments to Civil Aviation Requirements
Keeping up with regulatory changes is critical for both students and active pilots. In this deep dive, we analyze the recent circulars issued by the DGCA and how they impact flight duty time limitations (FDTL) and licensing validity.
Why Regulations Matter
Aviation law is written in blood. Every regulation exists because of a lesson learned from history. The Civil Aviation Requirements (CARs) provide the framework for safety in Indian skies.
Recent Changes
The 2025 amendments focus heavily on pilot fatigue management. Key changes include:
- Stricter limits on night flying hours for cadet pilots.
- Mandatory rest periods extended by 2 hours for trans-continental flights.
- Digital logbook submissions becoming the primary record-keeping method.
Students preparing for the Air Regulations exam must ensure they are studying the latest CAR Section 7 revisions.