BCAS GUIDELINES
The 5-second security check that spots more than just metal
Vehant Technologies has launched MilliView, India's first indigenous Millimetre-Wave body scanner designed to detect non-metallic threats. Developed in collaboration with IIT Delhi, the scanner uses AI and safe millimetre-wave technology to identify explosives, organic materials, and more, ensuring faster and more private passenger screening. MilliView is tailored to India's specific security requirements and aims for international certification.
Increase in limits for NRI and OCI investors to invest in stock market without SEBI registration, RBI Guv
The Reserve Bank of India has boosted investment limits for non-resident Indians, Overseas Citizens of India, and other individuals residing abroad. This move allows them to invest more in the Indian stock market without requiring SEBI registration. The enhanced limits offer greater flexibility for foreign investors looking to participate in India's financial markets.
Airport operators to keep records of security hold area, tarmac photos for 3 years: DGCA
Airport operators now face a new directive from the DGCA. They must keep records of all photographs taken in security hold areas and on the tarmac. These records are to be preserved for a period of three years. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation can demand these records for inspection at any time.
Delhi airport operations to remain normal, flights may get impacted; Air India, Akasa and others issue advisory
Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, Delhi Airport assures normal operations but anticipates flight impacts due to airspace changes and heightened security. Passengers are urged to verify updates with airlines and rely on official sources. Air India and Akasa Air advise passengers to arrive three hours early for check-in, citing enhanced security measures at all airports following ceasefire violations along the LoC.
24 airports shut; Airlines issue travel advisories as tensions with Pakistan escalate: From IndiGo to Air India, who said what
Following ceasefire violations along the LoC and heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, major Indian airlines, including Air India, Akasa Air, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, have issued travel advisories. Passengers are urged to arrive at airports at least three hours before departure due to enhanced security protocols enforced by the BCAS.
Geopolitical analysis, VIP onboard among criteria in new norms to check hoax bomb threats to flights
To address evolving security challenges and the rise of hoax bomb threats on social media, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security issued new guidelines for Indian airlines. Criteria like pseudonymous handles, geopolitical situations, and presence of VIPs are now considered by security agencies before declaring bomb threats as serious or hoaxes.
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BCAS director reassures travelers as hoax bomb threats rise; No-fly order proposed for offenders
The Director General of Bureau of Civil Aviation Security met with Indian airlines in response to multiple hoax bomb threats. BCAS instructed strict adherence to safety guidelines and assured cooperation with agencies. Plans are in motion to amend laws for stricter penalties, including five-year imprisonment and a no-fly list for offenders.
Amid heatwave, passengers allegedly faint after forced to wait without AC at Delhi Airport as Air India delays takeoff
As temperatures soared in the nation's capital, passengers aboard a flight bound for San Francisco reportedly experienced fainting spells inside the aircraft, which lacked air-conditioning, following an eight-hour delay on Thursday. Originally scheduled for departure on Thursday afternoon, the Tata-owned flight to San Francisco is now set to take off at 11 am on Friday, after a delay exceeding 20 hours.
Air India gets show cause notice from Ministry of Aviation over 20-hour flight delay
The Aviation Ministry issued a show cause notice to Air India following a 20-hour delay on a Delhi-San Francisco flight. Passengers were subjected to extreme discomfort, enduring searing heat inside the aircraft without air conditioning. Reports emerged of passengers fainting due to the conditions, prompting complaints on social media.
You can now exit airport through departure gates. Check new rule here
BCAS's new guidelines allow passengers to exit aircraft at departure gates during long flight delays, reducing inconvenience. Issued on March 30, these measures aim to address rising congestion and flight delays. BCAS Director General Zulfiquar Hasan emphasized joint decision-making between airlines and security agencies for passenger deboarding. Smart security lanes and full-body scanners are planned for improved airport experiences. Measures include timely baggage arrival directives and fines for non-compliance.
BCAS issues guidelines for deplaning passengers during tarmac delays
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) issues new guidelines for airports and airlines to deplane passengers during tarmac delays, offering relief to travelers. Decision-making authority lies with airport security or airlines. The move aims to address delays caused by weather, medical emergencies, or technical issues, ensuring passenger comfort and safety.
Govt says 164 planes lying idle at 15 airports
India's government has reported that 164 planes are idle at 15 airports, with Delhi airport having the highest number at 64. The grounded aircraft include IndiGo, SpiceJet, Go First, Air India, Zoom Air, and Alliance Air. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is addressing the issue by implementing big data-based security appliances using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to protect against cyber attacks.
Airlines adhering to hand baggage policy: Scindia
Airlines are adhering to the guidelines issued by BCAS in their hand baggage policy. and are giving wide publicity to this rule through their website, social media and signages, he said.
Aviation security regulator BCAS issues guidelines for drone operating systems
The BCAS has listed out rules that should be followed for cyber security, storage facility, training and background check of staff for drone operating systems or remotely piloted aircraft systems.
Government issues alert to enhance security at all airports
The BCAS issued the alert and marked it to senior police officials of all states, in-charges of security at all airlines and airports, and officers of the CISF.
SC dismisses PIL against appointment of former CBI spl dir Asthana as DG civil aviation security
Asthana who was appointed as the director of BCAS on January 18.
CBI arrests Air One Aviation CMD Alok Sharma, BCAS official
The AEP authorised him to access airports in violation of the laid down Air Operator Certification Guidelines and Civil Aviation Requirements, the CBI had said.
No X-ray screening for disabled at airports
The decision came after a meeting was held on Wednesday between officials of CISF, the airport sector, BCAS and the ministry of civil aviation and representatives of NGOs working for PWD rights.
Panel to finalise regulations for drones: Jayant Sinha
In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, the Union Minister also said that no firm timelines have been fixed for regulations on the use of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
Civil Aviation Ministry extends validity of regular AEPs till March 2017
As part of the regulations, airline and airport executives, and others working there have to get their AEPs renewed annually.
Aircraft carrying organs to now get top priority
SOPs prepared by the aviation ministry in collaboration with the NOTTO is the first attempt to standardise practices for transportation of human organs by air.
Airports Authority of India collected Rs 670.45 crore as Passenger Service Fee in last 3 years
AAI has collected a total of Rs 670.45 crore as PSF in the last three financial years and Rs 375.08 crore in the current fiscal.
Bureau of Civil Aviation Security to hire around 500 personnel
The ICAO audit, the third in last nine years, would take place in November this year and cover issues such as aerodrome operations, air traffic control.
Tata-SIA joint venture carrier Vistara sets up security training institute
Tata-SIA joint venture carrier Vistara has set up a state-of-the-art aviation training institute in Gurgaon to prepare its own staff.
15 security lapse cases at domestic airports since 2012: Government
Of the 15 security lapses, a maximum of 10 cases were reported in 2012 itself from various domestic airports including a maximum of five from Mumbai airport.
Security concerns threaten to delay aerocity hotels like Lemon Tree, Red Fox, JW Marriott and Ibis
Hoteliers say the new security demands are unrealistic and delay in launches will cause big losses to hotels that are ready to open or close to completion, such as a Lemon Tree.
Uniform format for Air e-ticket soon
The government will soon be issuing a standard format for e-tickets issued by different airlines to make it easier for the security personnel at the airports to verify passenger and flight details therein.
New ground rules from Jan despite lobbying by airlines
The civil aviation ministry has decided to roll out the new ground-handling policy in January 2011 despite hectic lobbying by private airlines.
Sky marshals may soon fly with you
The government may deploy sky marshals on domestic flights to avoid a Kandahar-like episode.
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