Parliament briefed: No defect in Air India Dreamliner fuel switch, investigation proceeds

During a parliamentary session, the Union Minister of Civil Aviation reported that the fuel‑control switch of the Air India 787 involved in the Ahmedabad mishap was examined thoroughly and found to be free of anomalies. The OEM’s plant in Seattle conducted a series of structural and functional checks, including verification of the locking detent mechanism. While the switch has been cleared, the thrust‑control module is still subject to an exhaustive audit. The minister reassured members that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has not delayed its final report and that the probe remains in its concluding phase, adhering to established investigative protocols.