The Indian Commercial Pilots Association (ICPA) has formally requested that investigators conduct a broader audit of technical records for Boeing 787 aircraft. This request follows the ongoing probe into the AI-171 flight incident. The pilots' organization emphasizes that the Boeing 787 utilizes a 'More Electric Aircraft' architecture, which relies heavily on integrated systems for electrical generation, distribution, and monitoring.

According to the pilots' body, these interconnected data-network systems are fundamental to the safe operation of the aircraft. By calling for a wider audit, the association aims to determine if systemic issues within these complex electrical frameworks could have contributed to the incident under investigation. The request highlights concerns that standard maintenance or inspection protocols may not be sufficient to capture potential vulnerabilities in such a highly integrated technological environment.

While the investigation into flight AI-171 continues, the push for a more extensive review suggests a lack of confidence in the current scope of the technical inquiry. The pilots' body maintains that because the electrical and data systems are central to the aircraft's performance, any audit must move beyond superficial checks to examine the underlying digital and electrical architecture. As of now, regulatory authorities have not confirmed whether they will expand the audit parameters in response to these specific concerns, leaving the future scope of the investigation uncertain.