Air India AI-132 Flies with Fuel Switch Issue: DGCA Clarifies No Malfunction, Design Behavior

• Air India flight AI-132 from London to Bengaluru experienced a fuel control switch issue, seven months after AI-171's crash linked to a similar problem.
• The DGCA clarified that the issue with AI-132's fuel control switch was due to its design, not a malfunction, and the aircraft landed safely.
• During engine startup in London, the crew observed the switch not locking into the 'RUN' position on first attempts but secured it correctly before takeoff.
• Investigations, including tests under Boeing's guidance, confirmed the switch was technically satisfactory and its movement was due to incorrect pressure application, not a mechanical fault.
• A viral video showing the switch movement was deemed misleading by the investigation team, as it did not follow Boeing's recommended operating procedures.