New aviation law replaces 1934 Aircraft Act, retains DGCA and BCAS

This Bill replaces the Aircraft Act, 1934, to regulate and control the design, manufacture, maintenance, possession, use, operation, sale, export, and import of aircraft in India. It aims to ensure the safety of aircraft operations and the security of civil aviation.

The law applies to citizens of India (wherever they are), aircraft registered in India (and persons on them), aircraft registered outside India but currently in or over India, and aircraft operated by non-citizens who have their principal place of business or permanent residence in India. It also affects aerodrome users, aircraft operators, air traffic controllers, and maintenance providers.

• Continues the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), and Aircraft Accidents Investigation Bureau (AAIB) under this new Act.
• Grants the DGCA and BCAS powers to issue binding directions to persons using aerodromes or engaged in aircraft operations for security and safety reasons.
• Empowers the Central Government to make rules regarding the design, manufacture, maintenance, possession, use, operation, sale, import, and export of aircraft.
• Allows the Central Government to regulate air transport services, including licensing and economic regulation (tariffs).
• Establishes a mechanism for determining and paying compensation for loss or damage, with provisions for appeal and arbitration.
• Defines penalties for contravening rules, flying in a dangerous manner, and failing to comply with directions issued by the DGCA or BCAS.
• Grants the Central Government powers to detain aircraft, prohibit construction near aerodromes, and restrict, suspend, or cancel licenses and certificates.

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