DGCA Investigates Air India for Operating Aircraft with Expired Airworthiness Certificate: Serious Safety Breach Uncovered

Dec 02, 2025 07:31 pm CST

Air India faces regulatory scrutiny after operating an A320 aircraft on eight flights with an expired airworthiness review certificate. The DGCA has launched an investigation into this serious safety violation that occurred during the Vistara merger process. All personnel involved have been suspended while both internal and regulatory investigations proceed, raising concerns about the airline's safety compliance protocols.