Air India Fuel Switch Saga: UK, Indian Regulators Probe Boeing 787 Safety Concerns

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has sought answers from Air India regarding a troubling fuel switch issue on a Boeing Dreamliner that flew from London and was grounded upon arrival in India for checks.

In a letter dated February 3, the UK body signaled potential regulatory action if no complete response is provided within a week. The airline is conducting inspections across its Boeing 787 series following concerns raised by pilots of a potential defect earlier this week.

Air India confirmed the situation, stating a pilot had flagged the issue and emphasized that passenger safety remains paramount. The Federation of Indian Pilots has called for an urgent investigation into the repetitive electrical faults reported in Boeing 787 planes.