DGCA Ensures Kids’ Flight Safety

DGCA has issued a crucial new directive to all airlines operating in India. This directive, which is of utmost importance, pertains to the seating arrangements of young children during flights. It mandates that airlines ensure children under 12 are seated with at least one parent or guardian when travelling on the same booking reference. This directive is a direct response to a growing number of complaints from passengers who have been separated from their families during flights due to additional seat selection charges.

The DGCA’s new rule, implemented with a primary focus on the safety and comfort of families travelling together, is a testament to the authority’s unwavering commitment. The authority firmly believes that children should be seated with their parents or guardians to ensure their well-being and security during flights. The policy applies to all types of flights, including domestic and international flights, and all classes of travel.

Under the new rule, airlines are required to take specific actions to ensure the comfort and safety of families travelling with young children. They must make every effort to seat families together whenever possible. If no seats are available together, airlines must ensure they are seated as close to each other as possible. Additionally, airlines must provide clear information on their booking websites, stating that families with young children will be given priority seating.

The DGCA’s initiative, expected to have a profound and positive impact on the safety and well-being of children during flights, is a significant step towards ensuring customer satisfaction. This commitment is one of the many measures being taken by the DGCA, demonstrating the importance of passenger comfort and well-being to the authority.