Question : GROUNDING OF PILOT



(a) whether Air India Management grounded a pilot who pointed out defects in three of the four wheels of the aircraft and refused to fly the aircraft pleading passengers` safety;

(b) if so, the fact of the matter;

(c) whether the Directorate General of Civil Aviation has prescribed that aircraft tyres should be in good condition especially during monsoon season;

(d) if so, whether the tyres were inspected in the presence of an official from DGCA before taking any action against the Pilot;

(e) if so, the details thereof; and

(f) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION (SHRI PRAFUL PATEL)

(a): No,Madam.

(b): Does not arise.

(c): Yes, Madam.

(d),(e) and (f): Do not arise in view of reply to (a) above.