Section 81, Civil Aviation Act, 2017 for an effective aviation safety and security

(1) Where an aircraft accident or serious incident takesplace, the owner, operator, and crew members shall, to the extent possible, and until . Otherwise instructed by the Director or expect as otherwise required by this Act- Powers of Duty to avoid conflict of interest. Preservation of Evidence. 74 75 (a) take all reasonable measures to protect the evidence, including documents defined in this Act; and (b) maintain safe custody of the aircraft and its contents for such a period as may be necessary for the purposes of an (2) Sub-section (1) shall not be construed as preventing any person from taking necessary measures to ensure the safety of any person and property. (3) Where evidence relevant to an accident or serious incident has to be interfered with pursuant to sub-section (2), the person directing, supervising or arranging the interference shall, to the extent possible in the circumstances, and prior to the interference, record the evidence by the best means available.