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New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
DGCA had warned Air India for violation of safety protocols days before plane crash: Report
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had warned Air India of safety protocol violations after three of its Airbus planes continued operations despite pending security checks of emergency systems, Reuters reported, citing government documents. Air India has come under fire after its AI171 aircraft- a Boeing 787 -8 Dreamliner- crashed during takeoff from the Sardar Vallabhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, killing all but one of the 242 people on board in addition to at least 28 people on the ground. According to the DGCA report cited by Reuters, the aviation watchdog found that three Air India Airbus planes were being operated despite mandatory inspections being overdue on the "critical emergency equipment" of escape slides, during spot checks last month. In one case, an Airbus A320 jet was found to have flown to international destinations such as Dubai, Riyadh and Jeddah, despite an over one-month delay in carrying out inspections.
New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
'Violation of standard airworthiness': DGCA had flagged Air India violating safety protocols days before plane crash
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had warned Air India of safety protocol violations after three of its Airbus planes continued operations despite pending security checks of emergency systems, Reuters reported citing government documents. Air India has come under fire after its AI171 aircraft- a Boeing 787 -8 Dreamliner- crashed during takeoff from the Sardar Vallabhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, killing all but one of the 242 people on board in addition to at least 28 people on the ground. According to the DGCA report cited by Reuters, the aviation watchdog said that it found three Air India Airbus planes being operated despite mandatory inspections being overdue on the "critical emergency equipment" of escape slides, during spot checks last month. In one case, an Airbus A320 jet was found to have flown to international destinations such as Dubai, Riyadh and Jeddah, despite an over one month delay in carrying out inspections.
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Business Standard
2 hours ago
- Business Standard
Madurai-bound IndiGo flight returns to Chennai after mid-air technical snag
A Madurai-bound IndiGo flight returned to Chennai after a mid-air technical snag on Friday, a day after two Kolkata-Northeast flights were delayed due to similar issues, triggering safety concerns New Delhi An IndiGo flight bound for Madurai was forced to return to Chennai on Friday morning after encountering a mid-air technical snag, according to a report by The Economic Times. About 30 minutes into the flight, the pilot detected the issue and sought permission to return to Chennai. The aircraft, carrying approximately 68 passengers, landed safely. All passengers were deplaned without incident. As per the report, the flight had pushed back from stand 48 at 6:44 am, ahead of its scheduled departure at 6:55 am. However, during taxiing, the crew reported a technical fault, and the aircraft returned to the same stand at 7:17 am. IndiGo has not yet released an official statement on the incident. The event occurred just a day after two other IndiGo flights from Kolkata to the Northeast were delayed due to technical issues. On Thursday morning, an IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Silchar, carrying 155 passengers, had to return to the ramp after the crew reported a snag in its Airbus A320 aircraft.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Air India plane suffers bird hit at Pune airport: Return flight cancelled, alternative arrangements made for passengers
PUNE: An Air India flight carrying over 100 passengers suffered a bird hit at Pune airport on Friday morning, leading to the cancellation of its return flight. Flight AI-2469 had departed from Delhi at 5:31 am and landed safely in Pune at 7:14 am. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, shortly after landing, airline officials confirmed that the aircraft — an Airbus A320 — had experienced a bird strike. As a result, the same aircraft, which was scheduled to operate the return leg from Pune to Delhi, was grounded for safety checks, and the flight was cancelled. Air India officials stated that alternative arrangements were being made for affected passengers. ''Flight AI2470 scheduled to operate from Pune to Delhi on June 20 has been cancelled due to a bird-hit which was detected after the incoming flight landed safely at Pune. The aircraft has been grounded to carry out extensive checks. Inconvenience caused to our passengers due to this unforeseen disruption is sincerely regretted and every effort is being made to minimize it, including providing accommodation for passengers. Refunds on cancellation or complimentary rescheduling is also being offered to guests who opt for it. Alternative arrangements are being made to fly the passengers to Delhi. At Air India, the safety of our passengers and crew remains our top priority,' an Air India spokesperson told TOI.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘Violation of standard airworthiness…': Days before Air India crash, DGCA warned airline of breaching safety rules on Airbus aircraft: Report
The regulator noted that Air India "failed to submit timely compliance responses" to identified deficiencies. (Ai image) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation had issued a warning to Air India regarding safety protocol violations, as three of the airline's Airbus aircraft continued operations despite pending inspections of emergency systems. The regulatory body also criticised the airline's delayed response in addressing these concerns, according to a Reuters report. It's important to note that these warning notices and an investigation report are not related to the Air India AI 171 Boeing 787 crash that happened on June 12. These communications and warnings by DGCA were given to Air India days before the crash. What DGCA warned Air India about The aviation regulator's report quoted in the Reuters report revealed that during May inspections, three Air India Airbus aircraft were found operating with overdue mandatory checks on escape slides, which are vital emergency equipment. An Airbus A320 aircraft's inspection was conducted on May 15, more than a month behind schedule. During this period, AirNav Radar tracking showed the aircraft served international routes including Dubai, Riyadh and Jeddah. The findings also highlighted that an Airbus A319, used for domestic flights, had checks delayed by over three months, whilst another aircraft's inspection was conducted two days late. The DGCA report said: "The above cases indicate that aircraft were operated with expired or unverified emergency equipment, which is a violation of standard airworthiness and safety requirements." Also Read | Air India crash: N Chandrasekaran makes important statement; says AI 171 Boeing 787 Dreamliner had 'new engine', 'clean history' & 'no red flags' The regulator noted that Air India "failed to submit timely compliance responses" to identified deficiencies, "further evidencing weak procedural control and oversight." The airline, acquired by the Tata Group in 2022 from the government, responded that it was "accelerating" the verification of all maintenance records, including escape slide dates, with completion expected within days. The carrier clarified that in one instance, the issue was discovered when an AI Engineering Services engineer accidentally deployed an escape slide during maintenance work. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Safety checks on emergency escape slides are crucial, as their malfunction during accidents could result in grave consequences, according to Vibhuti Singh, who previously served as a legal expert at the government's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau. The aviation regulator DGCA said that aircraft failing to undergo mandatory inspections would have their airworthiness certificates considered suspended. Documentation reveals that Animesh Garg, who holds the position of deputy director of airworthiness in the Indian government, dispatched the warning notices and reports to Air India's CEO Campbell Wilson and other senior officials, including the continuing airworthiness manager, quality manager and head of planning. Also Read | Air India plane crash: After 12/6, demand for Air India's 787s crashes A legal specialist in aviation matters indicated that such violations typically result in financial and civil penalties for both the company and individual executives. In a previous statement to Reuters, Wilson acknowledged that whilst global parts shortages affected the industry broadly, Air India faced greater challenges due to its older fleet, with numerous aircraft remaining unmodernised since their delivery in 2010-2011. Aviation authorities across the globe, including India's regulatory body, impose penalties on airlines for breaching compliance requirements. In February, the government informed parliament about 23 instances where airlines faced warnings or penalties for safety violations in the previous year. Air India and Air India Express accounted for twelve of these violations, with one case involving "unauthorised entry into the cockpit". The carrier faced its heftiest penalty of $127,000 for insufficient oxygen supplies during a San Francisco-bound flight. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
