DGCA Conducts Meeting with Air India and Air India Express to Enhance Safety Standards

The Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) recently held a pivotal meeting with Air India and Air India Express officials to discuss safety and operational resilience. This meeting comes in the wake of a tragic plane crash that claimed 270 lives, prompting a review of operational protocols. Key areas of focus included enhancing defect reporting mechanisms and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The DGCA's recommendations aim to improve decision-making processes and reduce disruptions in flight operations. This article delves into the details of the meeting and its implications for the airlines involved.
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DGCA Conducts Meeting with Air India and Air India Express to Enhance Safety Standards

High-Level Meeting Focused on Operational Resilience

On Tuesday, the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) convened a significant meeting with top officials from Air India and Air India Express, which together manage over 1,000 flights daily on both domestic and international routes.


The primary aim of this meeting was to evaluate the operational resilience of both airlines and to reaffirm their commitment to safety protocols and passenger service regulations. The discussion revolved around seven critical areas aimed at ensuring compliance with regulations and improving operational reliability.



The DGCA reported that from June 12 to June 17, 2025, a total of 83 flights in Air India’s wide-body operations were canceled, with 66 of those being Boeing 787 flights.


To improve safety and operational efficiency, the regulator suggested establishing a more structured and real-time defect reporting system. This initiative aims to ensure that critical departments receive timely updates, thereby enhancing decision-making processes and minimizing disruptions.



The meeting also included a review of recent operational statistics for Air India’s wide-body fleet, particularly focusing on the Boeing 787 aircraft.



This meeting was prompted by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, which resulted in the loss of 270 lives.


The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bound for London, crashed into a hostel complex shortly after departing from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, claiming the lives of 241 passengers and crew members, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.


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