US EditionDGCA Surprise Audit Finds 4 Violations in Turkish Airlines Operations, Including Dangerous Goods Handling Lapses
- India’s civil aviation authority carried out unannounced inspections of Turkish Airlines’ operations at four major airports between May 29 and June 2, 2025.
- The inspections arose amid rising diplomatic tensions linked to Turkey's support for Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor and concerns over aviation safety compliance.
- The DGCA found multiple violations, including untrained ground staff at Bengaluru airport, handling of dangerous goods including explosives without DGCA approval, and absence of formal service agreements with ground handlers.
- A ministry statement highlighted that cargo carried explosives without necessary documentation, the marshaller lacked a valid competency card, and aircraft maintenance was done by uncertified personnel.
- Turkish Airlines has been instructed by the DGCA to promptly address the identified issues through corrective actions, with the regulator emphasizing that subsequent inspections will be carried out to ensure adherence to safety requirements and international aviation standards.
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Between 29 May and 2 June 2025, the DGCA inspected the safety and operating procedures of Turkish Airlines' passenger and cargo flights. This inspection was conducted under Article 16 of ICAO, which aims to monitor foreign aircraft and verify safety standards in India.
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defence.inDGCA pulls up Turkish Airlines over multiple safety violations
New Delhi: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has found multiple safety violations in Turkish Airlines operations during surprise inspections carried out between May 29 and June 2 at four major Indian airports — Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru, it was announced on Wednesday. Following the inspections, the DGCA has directed Turkish Airlines to ensure full adherence to ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices as well as Indi…
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