More than 2,000 technical defects have been reported in Indian commercial airlines since 2021, the Ministry of Civil Aviation revealed on Thursday. The information was shared in a written reply by Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, in response to questions raised by MPs during a parliamentary session.
According to the minister, a total of 183 technical defects have been reported in 2025 alone (till July 21) to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
Breakdown of 2025 Technical Defects by Airline
- Air India & Air India Express: 85 defects
- IndiGo: 62 defects
- Akasa Air: 28 defects
- SpiceJet: 8 defects
These figures highlight a continued pattern of in-flight technical incidents, sparking fresh concerns over aviation safety and aircraft maintenance practices in India.
Year-Wise Reported Defects (2021–2025)
| Year | Number of Technical Defects Reported |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 514 |
| 2022 | 528 |
| 2023 | 448 |
| 2024 | 421 |
| 2025* | 183 (till July 21) |
The data includes commercial airlines such as Alliance Air, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Vistara (Tata Asia Airlines Ltd), Air India, Air India Express, and Akasa Air.
Passenger Complaints Also on the Rise
In addition to technical defects, the DGCA also received 3,925 passenger complaints as of July 14, 2025, further indicating operational and service-level concerns within India’s growing aviation sector.
DGCA’s Response and Global Standards
Following recent aviation incidents, the DGCA has ramped up its safety inspections and surveillance protocols. According to the Ministry, the regulator:
- Has intensified checks of critical safety components
- Continuously updates its surveillance methodology
- Conducts risk assessments based on operator and fleet performance
- Follows global best practices including those laid out by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Conclusion
India’s aviation sector continues to grow at a rapid pace, but the data highlights the pressing need for stricter maintenance protocols and more proactive oversight. With over 2,000 reported technical defects since 2021 and nearly 4,000 passenger complaints in 2025 alone, the spotlight is now firmly on DGCA’s regulatory effectiveness and airline accountability.
The Ministry’s statement reaffirms its commitment to aviation safety, but industry experts believe that preventive maintenance, transparency, and stricter enforcement will be key to regaining public confidence.
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