Char Dham helicopter operators threaten to halt services over DGCA's two-pilot rule
Operators say mandate brought in following Joshimath crash not financially viable; accuse authorities of ignoring concerns over safety hazards, particularly drones and paragliding activity along flying routes
Covered by 2 sources from India. First reported by The Times of India ·
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Char Dham chopper operators threaten to suspend flights over twin-pilot rule
Char Dham helicopter operators threaten to halt services over DGCA's two-pilot rule
Operators say mandate brought in following Joshimath crash not financially viable; accuse authorities of ignoring concerns over safety hazards, particularly drones and paragliding activity along flying routes
Coverage details
2 outlets from India are covering this story: The Times of India and The Hindu. The Times of India published it first, on November 1, 2026; the last outlet to join was The Hindu, 5 hours later.
Key names in the coverage: Char Dham, DGCA and Joshimath.
