1 Which bodies regulate aviation in your country, under what
basic laws?
The principal regulatory body in the field of civil aviation in
India is the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), headed
by the director general under the supervision of the Ministry of
Civil Aviation (MoCA). The DGCA is responsible for air transport
regulation, air safety and airworthiness. It issues licences to
aerodromes and air carriers; monitors licensing of personnel (cabin
crew, flight despatchers, aircraft maintenance engineers, etc);
renders advice to the Government of India on civil aviation;
investigates air accidents or incidents; and provides technical
assistance to the courts and committees of inquiry. The DGCA
coordinates regulatory functions with the International Civil
Aviation Organization (ICAO). It oversees regulation of air
transport, airworthiness, air safety, training and licensing,
aerodrome standards, flight training, flight inspection, research
and development.
