India Orders Boeing 787 Inspections After Deadly Air India Crash

India’s aviation regulator has ordered a full inspection of all Boeing 787 aircraft operated by domestic carriers following a fatal Air India crash that killed 270 people earlier this week. The announcement was made Saturday by the country’s aviation minister, who confirmed that all possible causes of the crash are under investigation.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a directive on Friday requiring Air India to conduct enhanced maintenance checks on its Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft powered by General Electric’s GEnx engines. The checks include assessments of takeoff parameters, electronic engine control systems, and fuel-related components.

A high-level committee formed by the Indian government will lead the investigation into the crash. The committee is scheduled to hold its first meeting on Monday and is expected to release a preliminary report within three months. According to All India Radio, the panel will also recommend updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve safety and help prevent similar accidents in the future.

The Air India flight, operating a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, resulting in the deaths of all onboard and several people on the ground. It is the first fatal incident involving a 787 in India and has raised urgent concerns about engine reliability and operational protocols.

As investigators analyze the aircraft’s black box and flight data, grieving families continue to seek answers while coping with the tragedy. The DGCA has pledged full transparency throughout the ongoing investigation.

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