Air India pilots’ unions raise concerns over duty hours; Alleged that the airline’s approach would compromise safety
Mumbai: Air India The pilots’ group has alleged that the airline management is “intimidating and forcing” some of their members to extend their flying duty schedules beyond the stipulated limit. Indian Commercial Pilots Association (ICPA) and Indian Pilots Guild (IPG) have written a letter to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Air India. campbell wilson Marking issues.
In their joint letter dated January 28, the unions also claimed the airline’s approach to extending the flight fee deadline (FDTL) is to “compromise” the safety of pilots in addition to violating established rules for pilots.
ICPA represents narrow body pilots while IPG consists of members of Air India’s wide body fleet.
The letter said it has been observed that some pilots are facing threats and pressure by the Director of Operations and Base Managers to extend their FDTL beyond the prescribed limits, including jeopardizing their career progression. Threats are also included.
Unions also described the situation as a matter of “grave concern”.
There was no immediate comment from Air India on the letter.
The unions’ allegations also assume significance in the backdrop that aviation regulator DGCA came out with revised FDTL norms for pilots earlier this month, including increased weekly rest period, extension of night hours by one hour and only two days as against six. There is provision for night landing. First.
Saying the pilots are “committed” to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance within the organization, the letter said, “However, the reported incidents undermine these principles and reflect a negative impact on our personnel and our operations.” pose a serious threat to the integrity of both.”
“We request your immediate intervention to investigate these allegations and end any coercive practices related to FDTL extensions,” the unions said in the letter.
The unions also warned that if these practices continued, they would be “forced to inform regulatory authorities with evidence, including call records, to ensure transparency and accountability”.
“We believe we have a duty not only to the company, but also to the safety of passengers and the reputation of the aviation industry,” it said.
Copies of the letter have been sent to the Chairman of Tata Group and Air India N ChandrasekaranExecutive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Air India klaus goerschand flight safety chief Rajeev Gupta, among others.
In their joint letter dated January 28, the unions also claimed the airline’s approach to extending the flight fee deadline (FDTL) is to “compromise” the safety of pilots in addition to violating established rules for pilots.
ICPA represents narrow body pilots while IPG consists of members of Air India’s wide body fleet.
The letter said it has been observed that some pilots are facing threats and pressure by the Director of Operations and Base Managers to extend their FDTL beyond the prescribed limits, including jeopardizing their career progression. Threats are also included.
Unions also described the situation as a matter of “grave concern”.
There was no immediate comment from Air India on the letter.
The unions’ allegations also assume significance in the backdrop that aviation regulator DGCA came out with revised FDTL norms for pilots earlier this month, including increased weekly rest period, extension of night hours by one hour and only two days as against six. There is provision for night landing. First.
Saying the pilots are “committed” to maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance within the organization, the letter said, “However, the reported incidents undermine these principles and reflect a negative impact on our personnel and our operations.” pose a serious threat to the integrity of both.”
“We request your immediate intervention to investigate these allegations and end any coercive practices related to FDTL extensions,” the unions said in the letter.
The unions also warned that if these practices continued, they would be “forced to inform regulatory authorities with evidence, including call records, to ensure transparency and accountability”.
“We believe we have a duty not only to the company, but also to the safety of passengers and the reputation of the aviation industry,” it said.
Copies of the letter have been sent to the Chairman of Tata Group and Air India N ChandrasekaranExecutive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Air India klaus goerschand flight safety chief Rajeev Gupta, among others.
