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Should airlines revisit cockpit access rules in case a pilot becomes incapacitated?

*India:* The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has mandated that all Flying Training Organisations (FTOs) in India update their websites with detailed and accurate information. This includes course details, fee structures, available aircraft and simulators, instructor credentials, hostel facilities, and regulatory approvals. The initiative aims to increase transparency in pilot training, making it easier for aspiring pilots to compare and choose the right school. ➡️ *Continue Reading:* https://aviationtoday.in/news/dgca/dgca-mandates-website-transparency-across-indias-flying-training-organisations/

As a student pilot or parent, how transparent do feel flight schools have been so far?

*Spain:* A Spanish safety report confirms Lufthansa Flight LH1140 flew without a pilot for nearly 10 minutes in February 2024 after the co-pilot suffered a seizure alone in the cockpit. The captain was briefly locked out due to security protocols but regained control after the co-pilot reopened the door. The flight was safely diverted to Madrid. Authorities are urging a review of cockpit access rules and pilot health checks. ➡️ *Continue Reading:* https://aviationtoday.in/incidents/lufthansa-flight-flew-unmanned-for-10-minutes-after-co-pilot-collapsed-mid-flight/