Ahmedabad Crash: DGCA's Strict Warning to Air India CEO

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Following the Ahmedabad plane crash, DGCA held a high-level meeting and issued strict safety directives to the Air India CEO. Key issues related to operational safety, crew training, and aircraft maintenance were discussed in detail.

After the crash of flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, the country's aviation regulatory body DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) held a high-level meeting with the top management of Air India and Air India Express. In the meeting, DGCA instructed Air India CEO Campbell Wilson to focus on many issues related to the company's operations. DGCA asked Air India to focus completely on aircraft safety and maintenance.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation said that no technical flaw can be ignored. Every aircraft should meet strict safety standards before flying. Flight operations should be made more disciplined. DGCA said that operating flights on time is essential for the credibility of the airline and the trust of passengers.

Regarding the situation of delayed flights and cancellations, the regulator has asked Air India to provide clear information and assistance to passengers in such a situation. DGCA has asked Air India to make the crisis communication system more effective.

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Senior officials of Air India and Air India Express were called in the meeting. DGCA clarified that after the AI 171 flight accident, the safety of passengers is the biggest priority. It should be ensured that all technical tests are done in a timely and authentic manner before any flight. In case of flight delay or technical fault, the information, facilities and service standards provided by the airline to the passengers should be improved.

270 people died in the plane crash in Ahmedabad
Let us tell you that the plane crash in Ahmedabad is one of the most horrific accidents involving Boeing Company's 787 Dreamliner aircraft. This is the most modern widebody airliner of American aircraft manufacturer Boeing. This Air India plane was only 12 years old and had reached Ahmedabad from Delhi with passengers just a few hours before the accident. There were 242 people on board. 270 people died in this accident. This includes people present in the building with which the plane collided.