All articles tagged with #ahmedabad
Originally Published 5 months ago — by UNILAD
The Air India Flight AI171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 260 people, with investigations revealing the pilot, Sumeet Sabharwal, may have intentionally switched off the fuel, and a chilling farewell conversation with his security guard suggests possible mental health struggles linked to personal issues and recent family losses.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Reuters
The investigation into the recent Air India crash in Ahmedabad remains ongoing, with the preliminary report indicating no mechanical faults but revealing cockpit confusion before the crash. Airline CEO Campbell Wilson emphasized caution in drawing conclusions, as the probe is far from complete, and no cause or recommendations have been made yet.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
The family of a victim of the Air India Flight 171 crash demands accountability and answers, as a preliminary investigation suggests engine fuel cut-off shortly after takeoff, but remains incomplete. Victims' relatives seek transparency and justice, emphasizing the importance of understanding the root cause of the tragedy, which resulted in 260 deaths, including Manju Mahesh Patel, whose granddaughter expresses the need for closure.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Investigators released a preliminary report on the June 12 crash of Air India Flight 171 near Ahmedabad, revealing that the plane's fuel supply was cut shortly after takeoff, leading to a crash that killed at least 260 people. The report details the sequence of events, including the fuel switch movements and cockpit interactions, but the cause of the fuel cutoff remains unclear, and further investigation is needed.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
A preliminary report indicates that fuel switches on the Air India flight AI171, which crashed in Ahmedabad killing 260, moved to the cutoff position seconds after takeoff, with no clear explanation, leading to engine failure and crash. The investigation is ongoing, with no responsibility assigned to Boeing or GE, and the cause of the switch movement remains unknown.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
The crash of an Air India flight in Ahmedabad highlights the dangers of crowded airport zones in India, where rapid urban growth has led to airports being surrounded by densely populated neighborhoods, increasing risks during takeoff and landing. Despite India's expanding aviation sector and plans to increase airport capacity, safety concerns persist due to inadequate infrastructure planning and staffing shortages, raising questions about long-term development strategies.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Washington Post
The crash of Air India Flight 171 shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad highlights the risks associated with India's rapid infrastructure development, as the accident caused significant destruction and loss of life.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Reuters
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by Air India crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, killing 241 people and injuring many others, with the crash being the deadliest aviation disaster in a decade. The investigation is focusing on engine thrust, flaps, and landing gear issues, with black boxes recovered and multiple agencies involved. The crash has raised concerns about airline safety and maintenance practices.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
An Air India Boeing 787 crashed just 40 seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad, prompting a detailed investigation involving wreckage analysis, flight data and cockpit voice recorders, with potential causes including engine failure, system malfunction, or crew error, while the final report is expected within 12 months.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Politico
After an Air India flight crashed into a medical college campus in Ahmedabad, India, killing at least 270 people, surviving doctors and medical students immediately rushed to aid the injured, exemplifying heroism and quick response amid the tragedy.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Daily Beast
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Air India Flight AI171 crash that killed 241 people, was seen walking calmly away from the flaming wreckage with minor injuries, shortly after the disaster near Ahmedabad, India. The incident, which occurred on June 12, has prompted an investigation with the black box recovered, and has drawn national attention, including a visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
The intense heat from the Air India Flight 171 crash has made DNA-based identification of victims extremely difficult, with only 35 bodies recovered and identified out of 270, leaving many families in distress and uncertainty about their loved ones' remains.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Reuters
A tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad resulted in at least 271 deaths, with one passenger surviving. A canteen worker, Ravi Thakor, hopes for a 'second miracle' that his missing mother and daughter, who left the hostel just before the crash, might still be alive. Rescue and identification efforts continue, with families awaiting news and DNA matches.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BBC
An Air India plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 270 people including passengers and ground victims, with investigations ongoing and a black box recovered to determine the cause.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BBC
The families of the victims of the Air India crash in Ahmedabad are enduring prolonged pain as authorities struggle to identify bodies due to extensive damage and ongoing search efforts, with the process of DNA matching delayed beyond the usual timeframe, intensifying their grief.