India: Restrictions on airlines extended

India's aviation regulator Saturday extended the suspension of domestic and international commercial flight operations till May 17 following the extension of the nationwide lockdown for another two weeks beginning Monday. However, the restriction shall not apply to international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by the directorate-general of civil aviation (DGCA). The DGCA further said, “It is reiterated that foreign and domestic airlines shall be suitably informed about the opening of their operations, whether international to/from India or domestic, in due course.” The regulator did not indicate whether the airlines could resume forward booking of air tickets beyond May 17.<br/>