Air India completes inspection of Boeing 787, 737 planes | What the airline said

The inspection was mandated by the DGCA on July 14 in the wake of the deadly crash of an Air India aircraft in Ahmedabad last month.

Updated on: Jul 22, 2025, 13:54:09 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Air India on Tuesday said that it has completed precautionary inspections on the locking mechanism of the Fuel Control Switch (FCS) on all Boeing 787 and Boeing 737 aircraft in its fleet.

An Air India Boeing 777-300ER plane is towed at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, United States. (Reuters)

The inspection was mandated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on July 14 in the wake of the deadly crash of an Air India aircraft in Ahmedabad last month.

Air India's Boeing 787-8 aircraft en route to London Gatwick crashed into a medical hostel complex soon after take-off from Ahmedabad, killing 241 persons out of the 242 onboard on June 12. An additional 19 people lost their lives on the ground in the crash and the post-crash explosion.

Also Read | ‘Unbiased’: Aviation minister backs AAIB’s probe into AI-171 crash

A preliminary report of the investigation into the incident, released by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) after a month, identified fuel being cut off to both engines shortly after takeoff as the cause of the disaster. The fuel control switches of the crashed aircraft were found in the “cutoff” position.

Also Read | What caused Air India crash? Investigators turn to 'tail fire' for clues

Here's the full statement of Air India

"Air India has completed precautionary inspections on the locking mechanism of Fuel Control Switch (FCS) on all Boeing 787 and Boeing 737 aircraft in its fleet.

Boeing 737 aircraft are part of the fleet of Air India Express, Air India’s low cost subsidiary. With this, the two airlines have complied with the directives of the DGCA issued on July 14, 2025.

In the inspections, no issues were found with the said locking mechanism. Air India had started voluntary inspections on 12 July and completed them within the prescribed time limit set by the DGCA. The same has been communicated to the regulator.

Air India remains committed to the safety of passengers and crew members."

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Follow India news real-time updates and the latest news covered on Hindustan Times, featuring today's critical updates on Sonam Wangchuk LIVE and more across India.