VIP Flying Under Scrutiny: DGCA Reviews Rules After Baramati Crash, Safety Reset Imminent

• DGCA initiates comprehensive review of VIP flying guidelines following the Baramati plane crash that killed five, including Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.
• Investigation reveals instances of aircraft attempting to land in bad weather and below prescribed visibility, especially at uncontrolled airfields.
• New measures include strict auditing of VIP jet operators, zero tolerance for weather regulation violations, and new guidelines for uncontrolled airfields.
• Focus on real-time monitoring of maintenance, engine overhaul, and structural checks to ensure actual technical condition of aircraft.
• Government signals strict action for rule violations, emphasizing that VIP status will not override safety regulations.