Europe’s aviation safety regulator, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), has reportedly identified several safety lapses in aircraft operated by Air India during surprise inspections at multiple European airports. According to sources familiar with the matter, the inspections were carried out as part of routine oversight to ensure that international airlines operating in Europe meet strict safety standards.
During the checks, inspectors reportedly found certain procedural and maintenance-related shortcomings on a few Air India aircraft. These observations were recorded during ramp inspections, which allow aviation authorities to examine aircraft, documentation, and safety procedures while the aircraft is on the ground.
Officials indicated that the findings have been communicated to the airline, and corrective measures are expected to be implemented promptly. Such inspections are common across the aviation industry and are aimed at maintaining high levels of safety compliance for airlines operating international flights.
Air India has not publicly detailed the specific issues but is expected to address the observations raised by EASA. Aviation regulators typically monitor airlines closely after such findings to ensure that necessary safety improvements are made without delay.