DGCA Mandates Annual Fatigue Training for Pilots, Crew

The DGCA, which is like the boss of all airplanes in India, has said that every year, pilots and flight attendants must get at least one hour of training about why they get tired and how to manage it.

This training will teach them about rules for flying and resting, how sleep works, and what makes them tired.

The airlines also need to have a clear way for crew members to report when they're too tired and a special team to look at these reports.

The DGCA also said that crew members should get at least 24 hours of rest, including a full night's sleep, when they're on fatigue leave.

This new rule came after the DGCA talked to airlines and pilots about how long they can work and how much rest they need.

Recently, the DGCA also allowed some planes to land more at night and work longer hours.