No Recent Engine Failures for India's Boeing 737 Max Fleet: Government

There are currently 56 Boeing 737 Max planes operated by Indian carriers, with no recent engine failures reported. The civil aviation ministry provided these details, highlighting the distribution across Air India Express, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ensures compliance through regular surveillance.

No engine failures have been reported by Indian carriers operating the Boeing 737 Max fleet, according to government data released on Thursday.

Of the 56 Boeing 737 Max aircraft operating in India, Air India Express holds 25, Akasa Air 24, and SpiceJet 7. Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, confirmed in a written reply to the Lok Sabha that only one minor incident occurred in May 2024 involving a SpiceJet aircraft.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) maintains oversight through its Annual Surveillance Plan (ASP), ensuring compliance by airlines and maintenance organizations with regulatory standards.

(With inputs from agencies.)