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The US FAA has confirmed that fuel control switches in Boeing aircraft, including the 787-8 involved in the Air India crash that killed 260, are safe, despite concerns raised by preliminary investigation reports about switches being moved to the 'cut-off' position after takeoff. The investigation is ongoing, and no definitive cause has been identified yet.
More than 300 flights were delayed at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) due to strong winds, with additional delays at airports in San Jose and Oakland. SFO had eight canceled flights, while San Jose Mineta airport had 32 delays and no cancellations. Oakland experienced 21 delayed flights but no cancellations. The weather forecast predicted scattered showers throughout the day, with more rain expected in the afternoon and evening. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an advisory due to the strong winds at SFO.