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Air India Grounds Boeing 787 After Pilot Flags Fuel-Control Switch Issue
world21 days ago

Air India Grounds Boeing 787 After Pilot Flags Fuel-Control Switch Issue

Air India has grounded one Boeing 787 after a pilot reported a fuel-control switch issue as regulators continue probing last year’s Dreamliner crash that killed 260 people. The airline said it will involve the OEM to review the pilot’s concerns and has checked fuel switches across its 787 fleet with no issues found, while cockpit communications from the June 12 flight feature in early assessments.

Air India Pilot Arrested for Alcohol Use at Vancouver Airport
world1 month ago

Air India Pilot Arrested for Alcohol Use at Vancouver Airport

Canada's Transport Canada has asked Air India to investigate a serious incident where a pilot was removed from a flight under the influence of alcohol at Vancouver International Airport, leading to a delay and the use of an alternate pilot; the airline and authorities are scrutinizing safety protocols amid broader concerns about aviation safety and pilot conduct.

Air India Faces Safety Scrutiny Amid Multiple Violations and Industry-Wide Concerns
world7 months ago

Air India Faces Safety Scrutiny Amid Multiple Violations and Industry-Wide Concerns

India's aviation regulator found 51 safety violations at Air India during routine audits, including seven high-level lapses, amid ongoing scrutiny following a recent crash. The airline acknowledged the findings and committed to corrective actions, with the regulator emphasizing that such issues are common in large operations and that India's skies remain safe according to international standards.

Preliminary Report Links Engine Fuel Cutoff to Air India Flight 171 Crash
transportation7 months ago

Preliminary Report Links Engine Fuel Cutoff to Air India Flight 171 Crash

A preliminary report indicates that fuel to the engines of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was cut off shortly after takeoff, leading to a crash that killed 260 people. The report highlights confusion in the cockpit over the fuel switch operation, which is unusual during takeoff, and notes that the switches moved from operational to cutoff and back. Investigations are ongoing, with focus on pilot actions and potential mechanical issues, amid broader concerns about aviation safety in India.