Air India completes inspection of fuel switches on Boeing aircraft

"In the inspections, no issues were found with the said locking mechanism," Air India stated, noting that voluntary inspections began on July 12 and concluded within DGCA's timeframe.

The DGCA has also directed other Indian airlines operating Boeing models to conduct similar inspections. South Korean authorities have issued comparable orders following a recent Jeju Air crash involving a Boeing 737-800.

Fuel Control Switches manage engine fuel flow, typically remaining in RUN until landing unless emergencies require them to be set to CUTOFF.

India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) released a preliminary report on July 12, with a final report expected within a year. It highlighted simultaneous switch movements and cockpit voice recorder exchanges between pilots. A Wall Street Journal article suggested that insider sources identified the senior captain as likely responsible for moving the switches, though this claim faced criticism from AAIB and pilot unions warning against premature conclusions.