Boeing 787
Air India Seeks China's Military Airspace Access Amid Mounting Losses from Pakistan Ban
Nov 19, 2025 07:04 pm CST
Air India is lobbying the Indian government to negotiate access to China's restricted military airspace in Xinjiang to create shorter flight routes, as the airline faces annual losses of $455 million due to Pakistan's airspace ban. The carrier seeks permission to use routes near Hotan to restore viability of its long-haul flights to North America and Europe, while also requesting temporary subsidies and resolution of legacy tax issues worth $725 million.
Indian Pilots Association Challenges DGCA's Extended Flight Duty Hours for Boeing 787 Operations
Oct 27, 2025 08:49 pm CST
India's aviation regulator has extended Boeing 787 flight duty hours from 13 to 14 hours, sparking serious safety concerns from ALPA-India. The controversial decision affects eight international routes operated by Air India following Pakistani airspace closure, with pilots warning about fatigue risks and contradictions with global safety practices, especially after recent FAA restrictions on Boeing 787 captain seat recline functionality.
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 Responds to Pilots' Federation Demand to Ground Boeing 787 Fleet Following Technical Incidents
Oct 11, 2025 01:19 am CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has called for grounding all Boeing 787 aircraft following technical incidents on two Air India flights, including system failures on AI-154 and RAT deployment on AI-117. Air India denies serious issues, stating both planes landed safely and that investigations are ongoing, with all necessary reports submitted to aviation authorities.
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.