Air India Completes Fuel Switch Inspections, Reports No Issues

Air India announced on Monday (21 July) that it had completed precautionary inspections of the fuel control switches (FCS) on all its Boeing 787 and Boeing 737 aircraft, following a directive from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), reported Hindustan Times.

“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. In the inspections, no issues were found with the said locking mechanism,” an airline spokesperson said.

Inspections Started Before Deadline

The inspections began voluntarily on 12 July and concluded before the 21 July deadline. “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,” the spokesperson added.

Air India Express, the airline’s low-cost arm, also completed the required checks on its Boeing 737 aircraft. “With this, the two airlines have complied with the directives of the DGCA issued on 14 July, 2025,” the spokesperson confirmed.

Checks Ordered After AI 171 Crash Report

The DGCA issued the directive two days after the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau released its preliminary findings on the AI 171 crash. Fuel control switches, vital for engine regulation and emergencies, came under scrutiny after a 2018 FAA safety notice resurfaced.

The DGCA stressed, “Strict adherence to the timeline is essential to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of operations.”

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