Air India has temporarily removed a Boeing 787 Dreamliner from service after a pilot identified a potential malfunction with the aircraft’s fuel control switch. This specific component is currently under investigation regarding a fatal aviation disaster that occurred in June last year, claiming 260 lives.
The Tata Group and Singapore Airlines-owned carrier confirmed the grounding in a statement on Monday, February 2nd, 2026. The airline emphasized its commitment to safety, stating, “We have grounded said aircraft and are involving the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) to get the pilot’s concerns checked on a priority basis.” The matter has been formally reported to India’s primary aviation regulatory body.
This incident brings renewed scrutiny to both Air India and Boeing. The airline sought to reassure the public and regulators by confirming it had previously inspected the fuel control switches across its entire fleet of Boeing 787 aircraft. This inspection was conducted in compliance with a directive issued by regulators following last year’s tragic crash, with the airline reporting no anomalies at that time.
As of the initial report, Boeing and India’s Civil Aviation Ministry had not issued an immediate public response to requests for comment from Reuters. The situation highlights the ongoing safety protocols and heightened vigilance within the aviation industry following major accidents.