DGCA Warned 6 Months Ago: 263 Deficiencies Found in Airlines, Including 19 Critical

• A shocking audit report by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) revealed 263 deficiencies across all Indian airlines.
• The audit, conducted in July 2025, identified 19 Level 1 deficiencies, which are considered extremely serious and directly impact flight safety.
• Level 1 deficiencies include violations in pilot training, medical tests, safety protocols, lack of essential equipment, and maintenance neglect.
• Air India, Air India Express, and Tata SIA (Tata-Singapore Airlines) were found to have Level 1 deficiencies.
• Air India had 7, Air India Express 2, and Tata SIA 10 Level 1 deficiencies; other airlines had less serious Level 2 deficiencies.

Why It Matters: DGCA audit revealed 263 airline deficiencies, with 19 critical Level 1 issues impacting flight safety.