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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a draft amendment to Para 8 (Organisation and Personnel) under CAR Section 3 Series C Part II for Air Operator Certificate (Scheduled Passenger Services). The revised Para 8.2 strengthens the Accountable Manager’s role as the person must now have full corporate authority to make decisions, with direct control over financial and human resources. A new Note clarifies that the highest executive (CEO/MD) authorised by Board Resolution shall hold this position, while the New Para 8.3 clearly lists the Accountable Manager’s responsibilities. Para 8.4 and 8.5 also talk about the same. Subsequent paragraphs are renumbered. A key update in crew requirements (new 8.8) now mandates sufficient flight & cabin crew “commensurate to operations/flight schedule, taking FDTL into account”, while keeping the minimum of three sets per aircraft. Comments are invited from the public until 25 April 2026. sarinlaw.com/wp-content/upl… #DGCA #CAR #sarinlaw

The Union Cabinet has approved the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) – Modified UDAN for a period of 10 years from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36, with a total outlay of ₹28,840 crore funded by the Government of India. The scheme includes development of 100 new airports from existing unserved airstrips with an allocation of ₹12,159 crore, and viability gap funding of ₹10,043 crore to support airline operations on awarded routes. The scheme also provides operation and maintenance support for approximately 441 RCS-only aerodromes (up to ₹3.06 crore per airport and ₹0.90 crore per heliport or water aerodrome annually for three years), and the development of 200 helipads in remote and hilly regions at a total cost of ₹3,661 crore. It further includes procurement of two HAL Dhruv helicopters for Pawan Hans and two HAL Dornier aircraft for Alliance Air. Read the press release at- pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa… #UDAN #RCS #sarinlaw

Flight disruptions are common, but passenger rights in India are often misunderstood. Our latest article outlines the DGCA framework on delays, cancellations, and denied boarding, and what airlines are required to provide in terms of refunds, assistance, and compensation. A

We wish everyone a serene and joyful Eid filled with harmony, reflection, and meaningful moments with your loved ones. Eid Mubarak #sarinlaw

We are proud to share that we were part of the Corporate Jet Investor India Event 2026 on March 18th, at The Oberoi, New Delhi. We were part of the session “GIFT wrapped: How international lenders can finance VT aircraft”, which explored aircraft financing through Gujarat

From our chambers to your home: May this St. Patrick's Day bring you joy, good health, and the reassuring knowledge that fairness and integrity are always on your side. Sláinte! #stpatrick #sarinlaw

We are proud to share that our Managing Partner, Mr. Nitin Sarin, will be a panelist at Corporate Jet Investor India 2026 happening on March 18th, at The Oberoi, New Delhi. He will join the session “GIFT wrapped: How international lenders can finance VT aircraft,” which explores aircraft financing through Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), the real-world impact of the Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Act, lessons learned from pre-Cape Town repossessions, and a comparison of export credit versus traditional bank finance. The discussion will be moderated by Mr.Ajay Kumar of KLA Legal. The distinguished panel also includes Vandana Aggrawal Ma'am from IFSCA, Mahesh Gandhi from AFII Group, and Amit Mittal from Aerointellect Aviation. With India’s business aviation sector growing faster than anywhere else in the region, this promises to be a key event for operators, financiers, and industry leaders. #cji #sarinlaw

The DGCA has introduced a draft proposal for a new Aeronautical Information Circular (AIC) aimed at improving the oversight of foreign airlines operating to and from India. A core element of the proposal is a transition toward a mandatory digital-first process via the e-Governance of Civil Aviation (eGCA) portal. Under these proposed guidelines, foreign carriers would be required to secure unique login credentials by uploading authenticated incorporation and operational documents, with final activation contingent upon the DGCA verifying the competence of a designated Local Representative. The draft suggests transforming the Local Representative role into a major accountability framework. It is proposed that this representative who must be an Indian national or legal entity would be legally responsible for meeting a 4-hour incident reporting timeline, maintaining continuous portal updates, and adhering to strict replacement deadlines. Unlike the 2020 AIC version, the proposed guidelines would hold the airline directly liable for any lapses by this representative. Additionally, the draft AIC introduces the concept of deemed suspension of authorization for airports that remain unused for four consecutive IATA seasons. The proposal also outlines a new Passenger Grievance Redressal Mechanism (PGRM), which would mandate that airlines maintain a grievance register and submit periodic reports to ensure higher standards of consumer protection. Comments are invited until 09 April 2026. sarinlaw.com/wp-content/upl… #DGCA #AIC #sarinlaw

On this International Women's Day, Sarin & Co. celebrates the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women shaping our world with determination and grace. Your contributions from leaders to everyday heroes drive progress and equality. Here's to unity, uplifting each other,

Sarin & Co. wishes everyone a vibrant and joyous Holi filled with color and laughter. #sarinlaw

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a revised Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) under Section 3, Series ‘M’, Part II, dated February 24, 2026, introducing mandatory benchmarks for airline ticket refunds to address growing passenger grievances. Effective March 26, 2026, airlines must process credit card refunds within 7 days, provide immediate refunds for cash transactions at the point of purchase, and ensure refunds for bookings made through travel agents or portals are completed within 14 working days. Key provisions include a 48-hour “Look-in” option for penalty-free cancellations or amendments (if the flight is at least 7 days away for domestic or 15 days for international travel), the passenger’s exclusive right to choose a refund instead of a credit shell, no charges for name corrections reported within 24 hours on the airline’s website, and refunds or credit shells for medical emergency cancellations. For other cancellations, refunds will be based on a fitness-to-travel certificate from an Aerospace Medicine Specialist appointed by the airline or empanelled by the DGCA. sarinlaw.com/wp-content/upl… #CAR #DGCA #sarinlaw

We are pleased to announce that the first-ever meeting of the South Asia Regional Advisory Committee of the Aviation Working Group (AWG) successfully took place on 25 February 2026, in New Delhi. Held on the sidelines of the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers India 2026 event at

We are delighted to share that the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers India 2026 event has successfully concluded after two insightful days on 24–25 February at the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi. As proud sponsors and active participants, our team at Sarin & Co. thoroughly enjoyed

We're excited to announce we will be speaking at the Commercial Aircraft Manufacturer Panel on February 25th for the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers Event. Join us for insights from esteemed speakers including Monal Shesh (Head of Marketing, India & South Asia, Airbus), Jean Pierre Clercin (Head of Commercial APAC, ATR) and Shubham Maithel (Sales Director, Boeing). #sarinlaw

We are excited to announce that we will be speaking at the AWG and its Indian Contact Group- Effective Implementation of the Cape Town Convention Panel on February 25th for the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers Event. Join us for insights from esteemed speakers including Mr.

As the first day wraps up on February 24, join us for an exclusive networking dinner where Sarin & Co. has reserved a table, perfect for forging connections in aviation finance and leasing. We look forward to insightful conversations over dinner, especially with our valued invitees and those we've scheduled meetings with. #sarinlaw

It was a pleasure meeting with the Hon'ble Chief Justice of India, Mr. Justice Surya Kant. We met with the Chief Justice along with Prof. Jeffrey Wool, Secretary General of the Aviation Working Group. The meeting was fruitful and pertained to the Protection of Aircraft Objects

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We are conducting the panel on India's GIFT City at 14:00 on February 24 for the Airline Economics Growth Frontiers Event. Join us for insights from esteemed speakers including Nitin Sarin (Managing Partner, Sarin & Co.), Ravi Nath (Managing Partner, RNC Legal), Shipra Jaipuria