Air India starts phased Boeing 787 modifications under FAA safety directive

Air India is modifying door assist-handle components across its 35 Boeing 787 Dreamliners in a phased FAA-directed programme. The airline says some older aircraft have already been updated and expects no disruption to current operations or passenger safety.

— Filed Sun, 26 Jul, 2026, 16:57 IST · Source ET Small Business · Updated

Air India is phasing FAA-mandated modifications to Boeing 787 door assist-handle components. Some older Dreamliners have already been updated; the precautionary work is not expected to affect current operations or passenger safety.