The airline said that it has completed precautionary re-inspections of the Fuel Control Switch (FCS) on all Boeing 787 aircraft in its operational fleet, the airline said on Wednesday
The checks were carried out as a safety measure after an issue was reported on a flight from London to Bengaluru earlier this week. Representational Pic/File
Air India on Wednesday said that the inspections on Boeing 787 aircraft in its operational fleet have revealed no issues with the fuel control switch on any of the aircraft.
The airline said that it has completed precautionary re-inspections of the Fuel Control Switch (FCS) on all Boeing 787 aircraft in its operational fleet, the airline said on Wednesday.
The checks were carried out as a safety measure after an issue was reported on a flight from London to Bengaluru earlier this week.
The airline said the inspections revealed no issues with the fuel control switch on any of the aircraft.
Air India added that the inspections were conducted out of an abundance of caution following an observation reported by one of its pilots.
Regulator conducts independent checks
Air India also acknowledged the regulator’s independent inspections and confirmed that the fuel control switch has been cleared.
The airline said it would follow the regulator’s guidance and circulate OEM-recommended operating procedures for the fuel control switch to all crew members.
Safety remains top priority
An Air India spokesperson reiterated that the safety of passengers and crew remains the airline’s highest priority.
"Air India has completed precautionary re-inspections of the Fuel Control Switch (FCS) across all operational Boeing 787 aircraft in its fleet. No issues were identified during these checks. The inspections were undertaken in an abundance of caution following an observation reported by one of our pilots. We acknowledge the regulator’s proactive oversight in conducting independent inspections and subsequently clearing the FCS. Air India will fully adhere to the regulator’s guidance to circulate OEM-recommended operating procedures for the operation of the FCS to all crew members. The safety of our passengers and crew remains Air India’s highest priority," an official statement said.
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