The Indian government recently told the Lok Sabha that many commercial aircraft in the country are dealing with recurring technical defects. You can see the concern growing after aviation safety audits flagged a large number of planes.
DGCA Audit Findings
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) audited 754 commercial aircraft between January 2025 and February 3, 2026. You should note that 377 aircraft showed recurring technical defects. This forms nearly half the fleet reviewed.
Airlines With Reported Defects
The aircraft with repeated defects belonged to several scheduled Indian airlines. IndiGo had 148 aircraft flagged during inspections. The Air India Group recorded the highest proportion of aircraft with recurring technical issues in audits.
Air India Group Numbers
Out of 166 Air India aircraft inspected, 137 showed repeated defects. Air India Express also reported similar concerns, with 54 of its 101 aircraft identified for persistent technical problems during the DGCA safety checks.
Smaller Carriers Under Watch
SpiceJet and Akasa Air also had aircraft flagged for recurring technical snags. You can see that the issue is not limited to one airline. The inspections covered both major carriers and smaller operators.
Scale of Safety Inspections
The DGCA conducted nearly 3,900 surveillance inspections and 56 regulatory audits. Hundreds of ramp inspections and spot checks were also completed. These steps show how closely the regulator is monitoring airline safety compliance.
Government Response
The government increased sanctioned technical posts within the DGCA to address manpower shortages. Many recurring defects relate to non critical cabin issues. You should see this as a reminder of the importance of strong maintenance oversight.
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