A preliminary investigation into an incident involving an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner has revealed that both GEnx-1B engines were shut down within one second of each other via their fuel cutoff switches. This highly unusual event is now a focal point of regulatory review, raising critical questions regarding cockpit procedures and crew actions during the incident.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by fleet size and passenger volume, has further expanded its narrowbody fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo. The aircraft, bearing serial number 12493, is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines developed by CFM International, continuing the carrier’s push for fuel-efficient and environmentally advanced aircraft.
Cochin International Aviation Services Limited (CIASL), the MRO division operating at Kochi Airport in India, has unveiled a $6 million project to construct its third maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) hangar, as part of its broader strategy to establish Kochi as a leading MRO hub in South Asia.
The investigation into a recent Air India Boeing 787 incident is centering around the movement of the engine fuel control switches, with initial findings indicating no mechanical or design flaw in either the aircraft or the GEnx-1B engines produced by GE Aerospace.
GMR Aero Technic, one of India’s prominent MRO providers, has secured a three-year base maintenance agreementwith Akasa Air, a fast-growing Indian low-cost carrier. The agreement covers maintenance services for Akasa’s expanding B737 MAX fleet, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to operational reliability and GMR Aero Technic’s positioning as a preferred maintenance partner in the region.
Air India Express, a low-cost subsidiary of Air India, was formally reprimanded in March 2025 by India’s aviation regulator for non-compliance with mandatory engine part replacements on an Airbus A320, as directed by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The incident involved serious breaches of maintenance protocol, including falsified documentation to falsely indicate compliance.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by market share, has taken delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number (MSN) 12455. The aircraft is powered by LEAP-1A32 engines, produced by CFM International, and will be integrated into the airline’s expanding narrowbody fleet focused on fuel efficiency and route optimization.
SpiceJet, one of India’s prominent budget airlines, has announced a significant financial turnaround in its fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, recording a profit after tax of $37.8 million. This figure marks a 173% increase compared to the previous period, underscoring a robust recovery in profitability despite declining revenues.
Tragedy struck Air India operations when a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bearing serial number 36279, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, en route to London Gatwick. The catastrophic accident resulted in the death of all 242 passengers and crew, and complete destruction of the aircraft.
IndiGo, India’s largest airline by fleet size and passenger volume, is reportedly preparing to place an order for 30 to 50 ATR72-600 aircraft during the upcoming Paris Air Show, signaling a substantial expansion of its regional fleet. The deal is estimated to be worth up to $750 million, depending on the final aircraft count and configuration.
