Air India Probed for Operating 8 Flights Without Safety Certificate, Staff Suspended
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Air India is facing a serious safety probe after one of its A320 aircraft flew eight commercial flights without a valid Airworthiness Review Certificate (ARC). The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation and grounded the plane, citing a 'regrettable' incident. According to the DGCA, the aircraft's ARC expired on November 26, but it continued to operate on eight revenue sectors before being grounded. The regulator has initiated an inquiry and instructed Air India to place the personnel responsible under suspension pending the investigation. Air India has also launched an internal probe to identify the gaps in its system and implement corrective measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The airline has expressed its commitment to maintaining high safety standards and treating any deviation from compliance protocols with utmost seriousness. The incident highlights the importance of regular maintenance and adherence to safety protocols. The DGCA has already issued safety certificates for 69 Vistara aircraft following the merger, and the investigation will determine the responsibility for the lapse in the seventieth aircraft's renewal process. The DGCA's probe is ongoing, and the regulator will determine the consequences for Air India and its staff. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety in the aviation industry.
