The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will maintain its current 38-aircraft-per-month production cap on the Boeing 737 MAX, citing a “breach of trust” as the reason for delaying any increase. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed the decision, stating that while Boeing is making progress, the agency will not authorize a production ramp-up at this time.
Moldova is reportedly considering a ban on the operations of 22 Russian airlines and several carriers from other countries, including Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, and Iran. The move is part of an effort to align Moldova’s aviation policies with international standards and address regulatory concerns surrounding these airlines.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has suspended two senior executives of Akasa Air (India) for a period of six months, citing lapses in pilot training. The individuals affected are Niraj Bhatia, Director of Training, and Floyd Gracious, Director of Flight Operations. This regulatory action underscores the critical importance of maintaining rigorous standards in aviation training and operational oversight.
