Char Dham helicopter operators threaten to halt services over DGCA's two-pilot rule

AI Summary

Helicopter operators serving India’s Char Dham pilgrimage routes have threatened to halt services in protest against the DGCA’s two-pilot rule. Operators say the requirement, introduced after the Joshimath crash, is financially unviable and argue that drones and paragliders along flight paths pose additional safety risks.

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