Reports on June 2, 2026 outlined developments in which source materials described the development without repeating the full headline wording. DGCA issued revised operational guidelines in June 2026 for flight operations during pre-monsoon, monsoon, and adverse weather.
Separately, the circular stresses that safety should take precedence over schedule adherence. Pilots are encouraged to plan weather deviations early and keep at least 20 nautical miles upwind of convective activity.
The same reports noted that flight duty time limit extensions are not permitted during the monsoon season under the revised guidance.
Observers will watch whether follow-up orders alter the current framework.
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Sources:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/aviation-monsoon-guidelines