Assessing Safety of Indian Airlines: Insights from AirlineRatings.com
In the ever-evolving world of aviation, maintaining a high standard of safety is paramount. AirlineRatings.com, a leading organisation that assesses the safety of airlines worldwide, has recently released the safety ratings for major Indian airlines in 2025.
The ratings are based on a 7-star system, which evaluates airlines on three core pillars: pilot-related safety incidents, fatal accidents in the last 10 years, and international safety audits.
For instance, SpiceJet has managed to secure a full 7 out of 7 stars, thanks to its clean safety record and smaller fleet size. IndiGo and Akasa Air follow closely with 6 out of 7 stars each. IndiGo's larger fleet size (over 413 aircraft) leads to more reported incidents, but no fatal accidents. Akasa Air’s rating is slightly lower due to lacking IOSA certification.
Air India Express, however, has a notably lower rating of 2 out of 7 stars. This rating is primarily due to a runway overrun incident in Kozhikode in 2020 that resulted in the loss of 21 lives.
Air India's safety rating was not detailed in the search results, but it is under scrutiny following a recent fatal crash. The rating would reflect pilot incidents, fatal accidents, and audit outcomes as per the 7-star methodology.
AirlineRatings.com's CEO, Sharon Petersen, praised the progress in India's aviation industry, stating that it is reflected in their ratings. However, she also reminded us that safety can never be taken for granted, as recent tragedies serve as a stark reminder.
The system also takes into account additional factors such as the airline’s fleet size and age, rate of incidents, pilot skill and training, incident management, and even financial health.
In conclusion, AirlineRatings.com's 7-star system provides a transparent, comprehensive safety rating for Indian airlines, combining historical accident data, pilot safety records, and compliance with global safety audits. As always, it is crucial to prioritise safety when choosing an airline.
The 7-star system used by AirlineRatings.com in their safety ratings for Indian airlines in 2025 not only evaluates historical accident data and pilot safety records but also considers the airline's financial health and compliance with global safety audits. Recent news in the aviation industry highlights the importance of this transparency, as the ratings reflect a mix of strong performances, such as SpiceJet's full 7 stars, and areas needing improvement, like Air India Express's low 2 stars following a runway overrun incident.
