Notes from the flight deck.

CAT IIIB

An evening Bangalore–Delhi A321 flight ends in an autoland through dense fog with RVR at minima — and a near-miss on the taxiway that shows how a single repeated word can almost cause a collision.

low visibility take-off

While every other airline cancelled, Captain Gill waited out the Delhi fog. At 0140 hours, with RVR just at 125 m, the A321 became the only aircraft to depart that night for Bangalore.

CAT IIIB

After a CAT IIIB landing in Delhi at 75 m RVR, a reporter accuses the crew of not being trained for the weather. A story about regulation, patience, patriotism and how to look after passengers on a long delay.

aviation decision making

Captain Gill recounts an A320 training flight from Bangalore to Chandigarh where deteriorating weather, fuel constraints, and quick decision-making averted a diversion. A lesson in airmanship, communication, and composure under pressure.

flight planning

The return leg from Chandigarh to Bangalore turned into a race against an airspace closure. Through precise planning, optimized cruise, and crew coordination, a second diversion was avoided on the same day.

aviation safety

Learn about the error chain concept in aviation safety through the detailed case study of the Air India Express Kozhikode accident on 07 August 2020. Discover the 11 critical links that form accident chains.

aircraft accident

Captain Gill shares his thoughts as a European Union certified accident investigator on the recent Air India 171 accident that occurred in Ahmedabad on 12th June 2025, emphasizing the importance of accurate analysis based on reliable information.

aviation safety

Analysis of an Airbus A-321 aircraft that suffered hail damage near Pathankot on a flight to Srinagar, examining the weather conditions, flight planning decisions, and safety considerations.

aviation training

Explore the benefits of professional pilot and aviation courses at CEFAT, Bangalore — from industry expert instructors to job-ready programmes.

CPL

Learn about CPL and ATPL requirements in India, and how CEFAT guides students through every step of becoming a commercial pilot.

aviation after 12th

Discover step-by-step guidance to join aviation courses at CEFAT after completing 12th grade, plus scholarship and placement tips.