Ram Air Turbine
DGCA Investigates Unexpected Ram Air Turbine Deployment on Air India Boeing 787 Flight
Oct 12, 2025 01:37 pm CST
India's aviation regulator DGCA has requested a detailed report from Boeing regarding the unexpected deployment of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) on an Air India Boeing 787 flight during landing at Birmingham. The investigation focuses on aircraft with recently replaced power conditioning modules, as authorities work to determine the cause and prevent future incidents of this critical emergency backup system activating without command.
Air India Vienna-New Delhi Flight Diverted to Dubai: Technical Issue Forces Emergency Landing
Oct 10, 2025 02:14 pm CST
An Air India flight from Vienna to New Delhi was safely diverted to Dubai following a suspected technical issue. All passengers remained safe during the incident, receiving updates and refreshments during the delay. This follows another recent Air India incident where a Boeing 787 Dreamliner's emergency system activated during approach to Birmingham.
Boeing 787 Electrical Systems Under Scrutiny Following Multiple Incidents and Air India Crash
Oct 05, 2025 10:02 pm CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has urged India's aviation regulator DGCA to investigate electrical systems of all Boeing 787 aircraft following an incident where a Ram Air Turbine unexpectedly deployed on an Air India flight. This follows the deadly June crash of Air India flight 171, where preliminary investigations revealed unusual deactivation of engine fuel control switches. Both incidents point to potential electrical system concerns in Boeing 787 aircraft operating in India.
Air India Boeing 787 Makes Emergency Landing After Ram Air Turbine Deployment: Safety Concerns Amid Previous Crash Investigation
Oct 05, 2025 03:13 pm CST
An Air India Boeing 787 aircraft safely landed at Birmingham after its Ram Air Turbine unexpectedly deployed during final approach. The incident comes amid ongoing investigations into the fatal June crash of another Air India Boeing 787. The aircraft has been grounded for inspection while alternative arrangements are made for passengers.