Archive · 2 Aug 2025
DGCA Audit Reveals 263 Safety Lapses in Indian Airlines
The government's aviation safety group checked several Indian airlines to make sure they were safe.
They found 263 problems, meaning some rules weren't followed.
Air India had the most issues, including problems with pilot training and scheduling.
These checks are normal and follow international standards.
Airlines with more planes often have more findings.
The government wants to make sure everything is safe in the air.
DGCA found 263 safety-related lapses across Indian airlines in annual audit.
Air India had 51 lapses, including issues with pilot training and rostering.
IndiGo had 23 lapses, and Vistara had 17 deficiencies.
The audit adhered to International Civil Aviation Organisation standards.
19 "Level I" breaches, considered significant, were identified.
- Who
- DGCA (aviation regulator) and various Indian airlines.
- What
- DGCA found safety lapses during audits of Indian airlines.
- When
- Recently, as reported on Wednesday.
- Where
- Across multiple Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Vistara.
- Why
- As part of a regular annual audit to ensure aviation safety.
Government Stance
Airlines' Reaction
Auditing Standards
Government Stance
Audits were conducted as per international civil aviation requirements and are normal practices
Airlines' Reaction
The right view cannot be presented because there is no counterpoint made by other entities or actors in the articles
- Total Lapses
- 263
- Auditing Agency
- DGCA
- Air India Lapses
- 51
- IndiGo Lapses
- 23
- Level I Breaches
- 19
