Scheduled International Flights To Remain Suspended Till 30 September

The suspension of scheduled international passenger flights has been extended till September 30, said Indian aviation regulator DGCA on Monday.

“However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case-to-case basis,” noted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in a circular.

International flights have been banned in the country since March 22. due to the coronavirus pandemic.Meanwhile,Air India has been operating flights under flagship Vande Bharat Mission since May and India has established bilateral air bubble arrangements with many countries since July.

The circular said the suspension does not affect the operation of international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the DGCA.