Heads up: The US aviation watchdog, the FAA, is set to audit India's aviation safety from November 16-20, 2026.
They'll be looking at how India handles aircraft operations, airworthiness, and personnel licensing, basically making sure everything's up to international standards.
India holds FAA Category 1 rating
India currently holds the top Category 1 safety rating from the FAA, which lets Air India run direct flights to the US.
This status is a big deal for keeping those routes open and supporting India's fast-growing airline industry.
Quick history: India was downgraded in 2014 due to oversight issues, but bounced back in 2015 after tightening things up.
Holding on to that top spot helps keep Indian skies (and international travel) running smoothly.