Air India Plane That Crashed Had Right Engine Replaced, Left One Inspected: CEO | India News
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The tragic flight crash left 275 dead, including 241 onboard. Following the accident, the airlines has also reduced 15% international wide-body fleet operations.
A multi-disciplinary team from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau has begun an investigation into the Air India plane crash that killed around 270 people on June 12. (Image: PTI)
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed on June 12 was “well-maintained” and had undergone a major check in June 2023. Its right engine was overhauled in March 2025, and the left engine was inspected in April 2025, said Air India CEO and Managing Director Campbell Wilson on Thursday.
The revelation comes amid the ongoing investigation of the Air India flight crash. Wilson also highlighted the airlines reducing 15 per cent international wide-body fleet operations for the next few weeks, adding that it was only a temporary step that may have an impact on customer’s journey plans.
“The plane was well-maintained, with its last major check in June 2023 and the next scheduled for December 2025. Its right engine was overhauled in March 2025, and the left engine was inspected in April 2025. Both the aircraft and engines were regularly monitored, showing no issues before the flight,” he said.
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Sharing condolences over the demise of the passengers, the Air India CEO said that the incident “left us all in deep sorrow”.
“Words cannot express the pain we feel for the families and loved ones affected by this devastating event. We are fully committed to doing all we can to support the families impacted and are also working closely with authorities to understand the cause of this tragedy. Our thoughts are with everyone touched by this loss,” Wilson said in the message.
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