The Supreme Court of India has rejected a petition demanding a special safety audit of Air India flights, questioning why the petitioner targeted only one airline when aviation safety regulations apply to all carriers equally.
Details of the Case
The plea sought a comprehensive safety audit of Air India, citing passenger safety concerns.
A bench headed by the Chief Justice observed that safety protocols are governed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and apply uniformly to all airlines.
The court questioned the selective focus on Air India, stating, “Why target Air India only? If safety is a concern, it should apply across the industry.”
The petition was dismissed with the observation that the DGCA already conducts regular checks and audits on all scheduled airlines.
Court’s Reasoning
The Supreme Court emphasised that:
Aviation safety is a regulated framework overseen by DGCA.
The petitioner failed to show why Air India alone should face a separate audit.
Isolated targeting could imply bias or ulterior motives.
Impact of the Ruling
Reinforces the uniform application of aviation safety norms.
Avoids setting a precedent for airline-specific legal interventions without compelling evidence.
Highlights trust in regulatory oversight mechanisms.
FAQs
Q1: What was the petition about?
It sought a special safety audit for Air India flights over passenger safety concerns.
Q2: Why did the Supreme Court reject it?
The court said safety rules apply to all airlines and questioned why only Air India was targeted.
Q3: Who oversees airline safety in India?
The DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) regulates and audits all scheduled airlines.
Q4: Does this mean Air India won’t face audits?
No. Air India will continue to undergo DGCA’s routine safety checks like other airlines.
Q5: What is the significance of this ruling?
It reinforces equal treatment for all carriers under aviation safety regulations.
Published on : 9th August
Published by : SMITA
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