India’s aviation regulator DGCA has flagged around 100 safety issues at Air India, including crew fatigue and training lapses. Of those, seven were Level-1 violations.
A deadly crash in Ahmedabad, killing 241 people, has intensified scrutiny on Air India. In recent weeks, the airline has also faced mid-air technical issues, delays, and rising passenger complaints, sparking questions about its safety, service, and management under the Tata Group.
In a major crackdown on Air India following the Ahmedabad crash, the DGCA has ordered the removal of three top officials for repeated violations in scheduling and rostering of staff