Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is the Indian governmental regulatory body for civil aviation under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

• This directorate investigates aviation accidents and incidents.
• It is responsible for regulation of air transport services to/from/within India and for enforcement of civil air regulations and air safety standards.
• The DGCA also co-ordinates all regulatory functions with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).