Airline technical defects hit five-year high in 2025: Govt data
In a written reply, minister of state for civil aviation Murlidhar Mohol said 889 significant technical defects were reported during flight operations in 2025
In 2025, Indian scheduled airlines reported a record high of significant technical defects during flight operations, according to government data. The Ministry of Civil Aviation revealed that 889 defects were reported, a sharp increase from 692 in 2024. The trend was not new, as the number of defects had risen every year since 2021, when there were 487.
The year 2025 saw a total of four aircraft accidents, a minor number compared to the technical issues. Safety violations by airlines and maintenance organizations also saw a rise, with enforcement actions increasing from one in 2021 to 42 in 2025. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has established a comprehensive safety oversight mechanism, including audits, surveillance, and spot checks, to ensure safe aircraft operations. Non-compliance with regulations can result in financial penalties from the DGCA.
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