Flight Faults Fall: Aviation Safety Steps Up

The number of technical fault cases in flights has decreased over the past three years, with 353 incidents reported last year, down from 421 in 2024. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has intensified its oversight through surveillance, spot checks, and regulatory audits to ensure compliance.

Recent data presented to the Parliament highlights a significant reduction in technical fault cases among flights over the past three years. In 2024, there were 421 reported incidents, a decline from the preceding year's record of 448. Last year's figures dropped even further to 353 cases.

The Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, informed the Lok Sabha that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) maintains a comprehensive safety oversight mechanism. This system involves surveillance, spot checks, and regulatory audits to ensure compliance with aviation standards.

The DGCA not only enforces corrective actions for any observed deficiencies but also requires operators to report all occurrences. Furthermore, a safety circular was issued in June 2025 to evaluate and enhance the aviation ecosystem's safety architecture, marking a dedicated push toward bolstering flight safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)