India Orders Safety Checks on Air India’s Boeing 787 Fleet After Emergency Power Glitch

India’s aviation watchdog has instructed Air India to inspect the emergency power system of some Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets. The order follows a recent flight incident where the system activated unexpectedly.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said the issue involved the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) — a device that provides backup power during emergencies. The turbine deployed on a flight from Amritsar to Birmingham earlier this month. Fortunately, the aircraft landed safely without any injuries.

Following the event, the DGCA directed Air India to inspect all aircraft equipped with the RAT system. Boeing has also been asked to provide a detailed technical report and share global data on similar cases.

Authorities are taking extra caution since an earlier crash involving another 787 raised concerns about electrical faults. Although no link has been confirmed, the regulator emphasized that “preventive safety checks” are crucial.

The Federation of Indian Pilots has called for a full inspection of all 787s in Air India’s fleet to ensure safety standards are met. Boeing has not yet commented, while Air India said it is cooperating fully with regulators.

This latest move highlights how aviation authorities worldwide are tightening oversight on aircraft safety systems to avoid potential mid-air risks.