Safe airside: DGCA issues rules for ground handling agencies working at airports

Wednesday, 10 July 2024
DGCA establishes safety standards for GHSPs at Indian airports, mandating compliance within six months. Rules include speed guns and governors to prevent airside accidents. CAR of July 8, 2024, developed with stakeholders, outlines operational safety, training, and competency requirements, with an oversight and safety mechanism. This addresses phenomenal growth and third-party GHSPs, crucial for airport functioning.

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