As many as 377 aircraft operated by scheduled Indian airlines have been identified for repetitive technical defects since January 2025, according to government data presented in Parliament. The figures were shared in a written reply in the Lok Sabha and reflect aircraft that showed recurring technical issues during checks and monitoring.
The data highlights the scale of maintenance and monitoring activity across India’s fast-growing aviation sector, especially as passenger demand continues to rise.
Among Indian carriers, IndiGo had the highest number of aircraft identified for repetitive defects.
The numbers indicate that both full-service and low-cost airlines have aircraft that were repeatedly identified for defects.
The data showed that nearly three-fourths of the Air India Group fleet analysed had aircraft identified for repetitive defects. This was particularly noticeable in Air India, where 137 of 166 aircraft reviewed were flagged.
However, such repetitive defects do not automatically mean safety risks. Aircraft undergo checks for a wide range of issues, from urgent technical matters to non-critical cabin equipment faults.
The government also shared details of the aviation regulator’s monitoring work. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) carried out extensive surveillance during 2025, including:
These inspections are part of the regulator’s routine enforcement and safety oversight process.
To strengthen oversight, DGCA has mandated the use of the eGCA portal for all surveillance and enforcement activities. This move is expected to improve tracking, documentation, and accountability in regulatory monitoring.
In another update, the government stated that DGCA’s sanctioned technical posts have been increased to 1,063, up from 637, after a restructuring exercise. This expansion is aimed at supporting stronger safety supervision as India’s aviation sector continues to grow.
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The identification of 377 aircraft for repetitive technical defects highlights the need for continuous maintenance and strong regulatory oversight in India’s aviation sector. While recurring defects can range from minor equipment issues to technical faults, the government data shows that DGCA has significantly increased inspections, audits, and staffing to strengthen safety monitoring across airlines.
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Published on: Feb 6, 2026, 2:38 PM IST
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