DGCA Expands Aeromedical Network with 10 New Evaluation Centres
Move to Speed Up Pilot Medical Examinations and Strengthen India’s Aviation Infrastructure
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 28th Oct: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved the empanelment of 10 new Aeromedical Evaluation Centres across India, significantly expanding the capacity for pilot medical examinations. The initiative aims to streamline Class 1, 2, and 3 DGCA medical assessments, reducing delays and improving access for pilots nationwide.
10 new centres empanelled to conduct all types of DGCA medical exams, including special and age-specific evaluations.
Apollo Hospitals empanelled in five cities — New Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Indore.
Other approved centres include Nanavati and VM Medical Care (Mumbai), Ruby Hall Clinic (Pune), Max Multi Speciality (Delhi), and Medanta Medicity.
Centres to follow ICAO-aligned standards, enhancing regulatory compliance and pilot welfare.
DGCA noted that these centres, strategically located across India, are equipped with advanced facilities and specialist doctors to ensure comprehensive evaluations. The expansion also complements existing Indian Air Force Boarding Centres, bolstering medical certification capacity and reducing administrative delays.
A public notice with detailed guidelines has been published on the DGCA website (www.dgca.gov.in
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