The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Friday imposed a fine of Rs 30 lakh on Air India for lapses in addressing a “safety sensitive issue" during an incident that occurred on flight AI-915 (Delhi-Dubai) on February 27.

• The licence of the pilot has been suspended for three months for allowing a female friend in the cockpit.
• The incident involved the pilot in command of the flight allowing a female friend, who was an Air India staff member traveling as a passenger, to enter the cockpit during the cruise phase, which is a violation of DGCA regulations.
• The aviation regulator has criticised Air India for “not promptly and effectively addressing the safety-sensitive issue".
• Reacting to the DGCA’s order, Air India spokesperson said, “We acknowledge and accept the DGCA’s ruling. However, we reject the assertion that no action was taken by Air India in response to the complaint.