Preliminary Report Links Engine Fuel Cutoff to Air India Flight 171 Crash
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A preliminary report indicates that fuel to the engines of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was cut off shortly after takeoff, leading to a crash that killed 260 people. The report highlights confusion in the cockpit over the fuel switch operation, which is unusual during takeoff, and notes that the switches moved from operational to cutoff and back. Investigations are ongoing, with focus on pilot actions and potential mechanical issues, amid broader concerns about aviation safety in India.
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