Day 1 of flights resumption: Airlines walk an extra mile to ensure safe ops

Airlines went the extra mile to ensure safe operations on Day 1 of service resumption, deputing seniormost pilots for flights, and carrying out engineering audit of their aircraft.

“We have instructed only captains will carry out take-off and landings on the first day. First officers will do the monitoring of cockpit instruments, radio calls and provide other support as required by the captain,” said Captain Manish Uppal, head of operations, AirAsia India.

Domestic operations were suspended on March 24. While cargo and relief operations are underway, a majority of aircraft had to be maintained in proper condition.

Regulations require pilots and crew to