Tata Group-owned Air India has grounded one of its Boeing 787-8 aircraft following a pilot’s report of a potential defect in the fuel control switch. The airline took the aircraft out of service as a precautionary measure upon receiving the pilot’s information. Air India has engaged with aircraft manufacturer Boeing to promptly investigate the matter and address the pilot’s concerns.
The airline has officially informed the Directorate General of Civil Aviation about the situation. Air India emphasized that it is adhering to all necessary safety protocols while the issue is under evaluation. Previously, the airline had conducted checks on the fuel control switches of all Boeing 787 aircraft in its fleet as per directives from the DGCA, with no issues identified during those inspections.
Air India reassured passengers that safety remains its utmost priority. The airline affirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers and crew by taking all essential measures to uphold the highest safety standards. In a separate incident in December, a Mumbai-bound flight had to return to Delhi shortly after take-off due to a technical problem. The aircraft landed safely, and both passengers and crew disembarked, with necessary checks being conducted on the aircraft.
