Civil Aviation official inspects Emirates plane

Kochi: An official of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) completed the inspection of the Kochi-bound Emirates aircraft from Dubai, which experienced a major air turbulence prior to descent leading to injuries to as many as 23 people.
Dorairaj, Assistant Director of DGCA Chennai office, inspected the Boeing EK530 aircraft from last night till 4 am today, airport officials said.
There were 364 persons, including crew, on board the flight. The DGCA has already ordered an inquiry into the incident.
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has said it had also launched an investigation and was coordinating with Indian civil aviation authorities.
26/04/10 The Hindu

To Read the News in full at Source, Click the Headline

Categories: Airports Apr 2010, Foreign Apr 2010, Safety Apr 2010