Those orders from flight attendants to open the window shades aren't about getting the mood lighting just right—they actually ...

Keeping the window shades open helps passengers orient themselves during takeoff and landing, and allows crew members to assess the situation and communicate conditions to the pilot and co-pilot.

DGCA directive mandates closed window shades until 10,000 feet, prohibits photography at military bases, and emphasizes ...

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed all commercial airlines to keep the aircraft window shades ...