aircraft safety

No defect found in switch of grounded Air India jet

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A Boeing 737 aircraft belonging to Air India is parked on the tarmac, surrounded by maintenance personnel and equipment as they conduct inspections following a recent safety investigation.

The aircraft, a Boeing 737, was taken out of service on October 10, 2023, after reports of a malfunctioning switch. The decision to ground the jet was made as a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety and maintain operational integrity. The DGCA’s findings, released on October 20, confirmed that the switch operated within normal parameters. … Read more

Boeing knew of part flaw linked to UPS plane crash

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A UPS cargo plane sits on the tarmac as investigators examine the site of the crash that resulted in the loss of both pilots and raised safety concerns about Boeing's aircraft components.

The NTSB’s findings indicate that the flaw was related to the aircraft’s rudder system, which plays a crucial role in controlling the plane’s movements. Despite being informed of the issue prior to the crash, Boeing reportedly failed to take adequate measures to address the defect, leading to heightened scrutiny from regulators and safety advocates. This … Read more