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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in India has issued a safety advisory for airlines operating Boeing 737 aircraft, addressing potential risks related to a jammed rudder control system. This follows a recent investigation by the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) that highlighted concerns about the rudder rollout guidance actuators used in some Boeing 737 models. The DGCA has mandated safety measures for Indian carriers, including crew training and safety assessments, to mitigate these risks.

India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued an advisory to all airlines operating Boeing 737 aircraft, urging them to address potential safety concerns related to a malfunctioning rudder control system. The advisory comes in response to a US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report highlighting risks associated with specific rudder components manufactured by Collins Aerospace. The DGCA has implemented interim measures, including crew training exercises and restrictions on Category III B landings, while working with Boeing to develop a long-term solution.