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Parliament passed the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill, 2024, aimed at easing licensing processes for aviation personnel.
Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill, 2024
Ministry of Civil Aviation tabled the “The Bhartiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill 2024” which will replaces the Aircraft Act 1943
Objectives
The Bill moves the radio telephone operator restricted certificate (RTR) testing from the Department of Telecom (DoT) to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
It allows aviation personnel to get all their certifications from one authority, streamlining the process.
The Bill also grants authority to regulate aircraft design and the locations where aircraft are designed, in addition to retaining the powers for manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining aircraft.
Empower the Central Government -
To make rules to implement the Convention relating to international civil aviation and other matters relating to civil aviation security.
To issue orders in emergencies in the interest of public safety or tranquility.
Provide for payment of compensation for loss or damage in such manner as provided under the Act.
Provide for appeals against matters relating to compensation, licenses, certificates, or approvals, and adjudication of penalties.
Provide for imprisonment, fines, or penalties for contravention of the provisions of the Act or the rules made thereunder.
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