The DGCA imposed the fine after its investigation revealed that IndiGo had conducted simulator training for nearly 1,700 pilots - including Captains and First Officers, using devices not certified for operations at Category C airports. These airports, such as Calicut, Leh and Kathmandu are considered among the most challenging in the country due to complex terrain, weather conditions and difficult approach paths.

The regulator imposed two separate fines of Rs 20 lakh each - one on IndiGo's Director of Training and another on its Director of Flight Operations for violating the Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) and directives issued under Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules, 1937.

Simulators used found 'not qualified' for critical airports

The DGCA's detailed order, listed 20 simulators locat

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