Uncommanded RAT Deployment Sparks Safety Concerns for Air India's Dreamliners
An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner experienced an uncommanded deployment of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) prior to landing at Birmingham airport. The incident has prompted safety concerns, especially following a recent Air India crash. Aviation authorities are pressed to thoroughly investigate and check the electrical systems of all B787 aircraft.
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In an alarming incident, an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner inadvertently deployed its Ram Air Turbine (RAT) without command during its approach to Birmingham Airport on Saturday. Officials confirmed the aircraft landed safely, but the event has intensified scrutiny on the safety of the Dreamliner fleet.
The unexpected RAT deployment has raised alarms within the aviation community, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) initiating a detailed investigation. This follows a crash involving another Air India Dreamliner that resulted in 260 fatalities on June 12, where similar concerns about the aircraft's safety were previously noted.
The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has urged immediate comprehensive inspections of all Boeing 787s' electrical systems across the country. Following the incident, maintenance checks recommended by Boeing showed no discrepancies, prompting the release of the aircraft back into service.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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