All articles tagged with #cockpit audio
Investigators are examining the mysterious crash of Air India Flight 171, which killed 260 people, focusing on sudden fuel switch activations and engine failures shortly after takeoff, with cockpit audio and system reviews raising questions about pilot actions and aircraft system integrity.
Dramatic cockpit audio captured a Southwest Airlines pilot declaring an emergency and requesting an immediate return to Denver after an engine cover ripped off shortly after takeoff, causing a piece of engine cowling to hang off and strike one of the flaps. The flight landed safely with no injuries, and the incident was attributed to a mechanical issue. This comes amid ongoing safety concerns for Boeing, as the aerospace giant faces a criminal investigation and a $1 billion lawsuit over recent incidents involving its aircraft.