The tragic incident involving Flight 171 sparked widespread scrutiny within both Indian and international aviation communities. The DGCA's directive is part of a broader response to the situation, with airlines across the globe beginning inspections as a precautionary measure. Additionally, the Indian Commercial Pilots' Association defended the actions of the crew, asserting that they acted competently in a challenging scenario. The preliminary report stated that the investigation's purpose is not to assign blame but to identify safety issues.
Internationally, South Korea is also preparing to issue similar orders for its airlines operating Boeing aircraft to inspect fuel control switches.
The DGCA has followed the FAA's non-mandatory advisory from 2018 concerning the locking feature of the fuel cut-off switches and is insisting on compliance to ensure passenger safety in future operations.
Internationally, South Korea is also preparing to issue similar orders for its airlines operating Boeing aircraft to inspect fuel control switches.
The DGCA has followed the FAA's non-mandatory advisory from 2018 concerning the locking feature of the fuel cut-off switches and is insisting on compliance to ensure passenger safety in future operations.
