Alarming: 65 in-flight engine shutdowns reported since 2020 - RTI data
Alarming: 65 in-flight engine shutdowns reported since 2020 - RTI data
A recent RTI query reveals a concerning trend of engine malfunctions plaguing Indian airlines. Sixty-five in-flight engine shutdowns occurred between 2020 and 2025, accompanied by eleven 'Mayday' calls in just seventeen months. Experts attribute these incidents to technical issues like fuel contamination and turbine malfunction.
A recent RTI query reveals a concerning trend of engine malfunctions plaguing Indian airlines. Sixty-five in-flight engine shutdowns occurred between 2020 and 2025, accompanied by eleven 'Mayday' calls in just seventeen months. Experts attribute these incidents to technical issues like fuel contamination and turbine malfunction.