Abolish international flying norms for domestic airlines:CAPA

Last Updated: Friday, August 28, 2015, 19:23

At present, an Indian carriers is allowed to fly overseas only when it has completed five years of domestic operations and have a minimum of 20 aircraft fleet.

Air India asks Govt to reconsider easing of 5/20 rule

Last Updated: Thursday, June 18, 2015, 23:58

Air India has asked the Government to "reconsider" the proposed easing of 5/20 rule which will help new airlines to fly overseas without serving much on domestic routes, saying the move will be "detrimental" not only for the national carrier but also against the other established players.

Govt may soon do away with overseas flying rules of aircraft

Last Updated: Wednesday, September 25, 2013, 19:02

Government may soon do away with the rule that allows an Indian carrier to fly overseas only after it has flown within the country for five years and has a 20-aircraft fleet, with officials saying there was no justification for such norms to continue now.