UPSC | Prelims GS | 2026

The investigation into the 2023 Learjet crash involving VSR Ventures highlighted which combination of systemic issues?

  1. Maintenance records, pilot training and DGCA oversight
  2. Only airport runway length and passenger screening
  3. Only fuel taxation and aircraft import duties
  4. Satellite navigation failure and maritime piracy

Answer

Correct Answer

Maintenance records, pilot training and DGCA oversight

Explanation

The AAIB report found gaps in maintenance records, criticised pilot handling in worsening weather and flagged DGCA oversight failures. It recommended reviewing simulator training, operator audits and technical logbooks. The other options introduce subjects not identified as the investigation's systemic findings.

Topics: aviation safety regulation, civil aviation, dgca oversight and vsr ventures crash investigation, governance