AAIB investigation
Six Months After Air India Flight 171 Crash: Families Demand Answers and Transparency as Investigation Continues
Dec 13, 2025 01:27 am CST
Six months following the Air India Flight 171 crash that claimed 260 lives in Ahmedabad, victims' families continue seeking closure amidst ongoing investigations. While interim compensation has been provided to most families, many report communication difficulties with Air India regarding personal belongings recovery and lack of clarity about the promised Rs 1-crore support from Tata Trust. As the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau continues its work, families unite in their demand for transparency and accountability to prevent future tragedies.
Fatal Kedarnath Helicopter Crash: Pilot's Last Words Reveal Weather Challenges in Valley Exit
Nov 28, 2025 02:41 am CST
A detailed investigation into the June Kedarnath helicopter crash reveals the pilot's final words "Cannot see anything, turning..." as the aircraft encountered cloud cover at the valley exit. The AAIB interim report shows all seven occupants perished when the 17-year-old Bell 407 helicopter crashed near Gaurikund, highlighting critical weather visibility challenges in mountain aviation operations.
Centre Tells Supreme Court: No Blame Attributed to Pilots in Air India Crash Investigation
Nov 14, 2025 02:22 am CST
The Supreme Court heard that Captain Sumeet Sabharwal has not been blamed in the preliminary AAIB report on the Air India Boeing 787-8 crash that killed 260 people on June 12. The deceased pilot's father and aviation groups are seeking an independent court-monitored inquiry amid concerns about investigation protocols and aircraft safety, while the Solicitor General emphasized that the inquiry aims to determine causes rather than assign blame.
Supreme Court: "No One Should Blame Pilot" in Fatal Air India Dreamliner Crash That Killed 260
Nov 07, 2025 03:17 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India addressed the father of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, pilot-in-command of the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad killing 260 people, stating no one should blame the pilot for the tragedy. The court issued notices to government bodies while considering petitions calling for an independent investigation into the crash, with questions surrounding the aircraft's fuel cutoff switches and possible technical issues.
Sole Survivor of Air India Crash Shares Ongoing Physical and Emotional Trauma
Nov 03, 2025 11:07 pm CST
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the June Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash that killed 260 people, reveals his continued physical pain and psychological trauma in interviews with UK media. The 39-year-old British citizen who lost his brother describes experiencing constant flashbacks, sleep difficulties, and physical injuries while still awaiting medical treatment for PTSD in the UK.
Air India Seeks $1.14 Billion Financial Aid from Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines Amid Crisis
Oct 31, 2025 02:34 pm CST
Air India is reportedly requesting Rs 10,000 crore ($1.14 billion) in financial assistance from Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines to address challenges including losses from Pakistan's airspace restrictions and the aftermath of the Ahmedabad crash. The airline aims to upgrade systems and develop in-house engineering capabilities while continuing to improve safety practices following the AAIB's preliminary investigation into the tragic Boeing 787 accident.
Air India Boeing 787 Makes Emergency Landing After Ram Air Turbine Deployment: Safety Concerns Amid Previous Crash Investigation
Oct 05, 2025 03:13 pm CST
An Air India Boeing 787 aircraft safely landed at Birmingham after its Ram Air Turbine unexpectedly deployed during final approach. The incident comes amid ongoing investigations into the fatal June crash of another Air India Boeing 787. The aircraft has been grounded for inspection while alternative arrangements are made for passengers.