This book is intended for the following audience:
• Legal Practitioners, Judges & Law Firms – For statutory reference, regulatory compliance, litigation, and advisory in matters relating to aviation law, aircraft operations, and air safety
• Aviation Industry Professionals & Airlines – For management, compliance, licensing, and regulatory understanding by operators, manufacturers, MRO entities, and air navigation service providers
• Government Authorities & Regulators – For Central/State Government officials, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), and Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)
• Academics, Researchers & Students – For scholars and students studying aviation law, comparative statutory analysis, policy reforms, and civil aviation management
• Aviation Consultants, Insurers & Policy Makers – For insurance professionals, accident investigators, and policy makers involved in air safety, compensation, and aviation risk
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam [Act No. 16 of 2024] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
• [Complete, Updated Text] Incorporates the full text of the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024 and the latest draft rules, including the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules 2025 and the Radio Telephone Operator (Restricted) Certificate and Licence Rules 2025
• [Section-wise Notes & Commentary] Each provision is accompanied by expert notes, explanations, and relevant judicial precedents for deeper practical understanding
• [Comparative Analysis] Includes comparative tables mapping each section of the new Act to corresponding sections of the repealed Aircraft Act 1934, facilitating transition and legal research
• [In-depth Case Law References] Key Supreme Court and High Court decisions are referenced to clarify statutory interpretation and operational issues
• [Compliance Ready] Detailed procedures, penalties, licensing requirements, and regulatory guidelines for all stakeholders in civil aviation
• [Practical Tables & Index] Subject index, section correlation tables, and quick reference aids enhance usability for busy professionals
• [User-friendly Format] Bare Act presentation ensures clarity, authenticity, and ease of use in courts, offices, and classrooms
The structure of the book is as follows:
• Introductory Tables – Section mapping between the Aircraft Act 1934 and the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024 for easy legal transition
• Comparative Study – Exhaustive analysis of major changes, new definitions, expanded regulatory roles, and their policy rationale
• Section-wise Statutory Text – Each section of the Act is followed by detailed notes, practical explanations, and case law
• Rule Compilation
o Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules 2025 (Draft)
o Radio Telephone Operator (Restricted) Certificate and Licence Rules 2025 (Draft)
• Subject Index – Extensive, alphabetically arranged for quick topic referencing
• Annexures & Schedules – Including guidance on aircraft damage, penalty schedules, forms, and safety investigation protocols
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