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AAIB issues interim statement on Ahmedabad plane crash probe Pic-IANS New Delhi:Aircraft accident probe agency AAIB Friday said the final investigation report into the fatal Ahmedabad plane crash last year will be released after completion of all investigative activities, requisite international review and consultation processes. On the first anniversary of Air India’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash that killed 260 people, including 19 on the ground, the AAIB also said significant progress has been made in analysis of aircraft systems, flight recorder data, engine-related components, maintenance, operational records, and other evidence. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) issued an interim statement Friday on the progress of the probe into the accident of AI 171 flight in Ahmedabad. It also urged all stakeholders, including the media and the public, to refrain from speculation or premature conclusions while the investigation is ongoing. AAIB did not mention any tentative deadline for the completion of the probe and the release of the final report. According to the probe agency, the sole purpose of an accident investigation is to enhance aviation safety through t…

Air India Flight 171 crash: One year on, timeline of the probe and ... Air India Flight 171 crash: One year on, timeline of the probe and court battle One year of Air India 171 plane crash: From the preliminary findings and technical examination of the Boeing 787 to the Supreme Court hearings and pilot community’s objections, the AI-171 crash investigation has seen multiple turning points as authorities work to determine what led to the disaster. By CNBCTV18.com June 12, 2026, 10:00:49 AM IST (Updated) 3 Min Read (Photo Credit : Canva ) A year after the Air India Flight AI-171 crash that killed 260 people shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, the investigation into one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters remains incomplete. The London-bound Air India flight crashed on June 12, 2025, triggering an Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) probe and a legal battle over the direction and transparency of the investigation. While the probe is ongoing, the final report by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is likely to be delayed beyond the one-year mark as investigators continue analysing the aircraft’s engines and related systems, Reuters reported. Under int…

Air India Flight 171: Ongoing Investigation, Search for Accountability The crash of Air India Flight 171 remains one of the most devastating aviation disasters in recent history—and questions about how and why it happened are still being investigated. On June 12, 2025, the Londonbound Boeing 7878 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India. The aircraft struck a medical college hostel complex, killing nearly everyone on board and multiple people on the ground. Families across several countries were left grieving sudden and unimaginable losses. As investigations continue, aviation safety experts, courts, and families are seeking clear answers and accountability. What We Know So Far About the Air India Flight 171 Crash India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has released a preliminary report, but officials have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that final conclusions have not yet been reached. Publicly released information confirms: The aircraft lost power seconds after takeoff Both engines stopped producing thrust The crash occurred before the plane reached a safe recovery altitude Authorities continue to analyze flight data, cockpit …

One year after Air India Ahmedabad crash, no report released The London-bound AI171 crashed immediately after taking off from Ahmedabad airport on June 12, 2025. Of the 242 people on board, 241 were killed, and 19 other victims were from the ground at the hostel complex of Ahmedabad’s B J Medical College that the plane crashed into. The closest international parallel to AI171 may be Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, the 2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash that killed 157 people.

Pilots' body opposes interim report on AI171 crash, demands judicial ... The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) on Thursday opposed the release of any interim report on the Air India AI-171 crash and reiterated its demand for a judicial inquiry, with its president, Capt. C.S. Randhawa, arguing that incomplete findings could fuel speculation rather than clarity. Addressing a press conference in Ahmedabad ahead of the first anniversary of the crash, Randhawa said the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau should release only a final report after completing the investigation. He said the pilots’ body has approached the Supreme Court and submitted multiple representations to the Ministry of Civil Aviation and other authorities, raising concerns over the probe. The London-bound Air India flight, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed seconds after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, 2025, killing 260 people, including 19 on the ground, after hitting a hostel building of BJ Medical College in Meghaninagar. One passenger survived. Randhawa said the direction of the investigation had raised concerns within the pilots’ community and alleged that the focu…

Investigation into cause of Air India crash ongoing, officials say The statement said "significant progress" had been made into crash which left 260 people dead a year ago.

Pilots' body opposes interim AI-171 crash report, seeks judicial probe The FIP, which represents over 5,400 pilots and aviation professionals, has already approached the Supreme Court seeking a judicial probe into the crash. The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) on Thursday renewed its demand for a judicial probe into the AI-171 crash and urged authorities not to release any interim investigation report, saying it would create further confusion and speculation. Addressing a press conference on the eve of the first anniversary of the aviation tragedy, FIP president C S Randhawa said the association wants the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) to release a final report only after completing a comprehensive investigation. He also alleged that the ongoing probe has several shortcomings and has unfairly shifted focus towards the pilots. On June 12, 2025, the London-bound AI-171 flight crashed into the BJ Medical College hostel in Ahmedabad's Meghaninagar, killing 260 persons, including 241 on board and 19 on the ground. Only one passenger survived. Referring to media reports suggesting the AAIB may soon issue an interim report, Randhawa said such a move would create fur…

Air India Flight AI171 Crash: Calls for Answers Amid Ongoing Investigation Three weeks after the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171 on June 12, 2025, which claimed 241 lives on board and at least 19 on the ground in Ahmedabad’s Meghani Nagar, families and the public are increasingly vocal in their demand for answers. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner’s devastating accident has left a nation mourning and pressing for clarity. As the investigation progresses, here’s the latest on the probe and public sentiment. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) of India, with support from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB), is spearheading the probe. Both Enhanced Airborne Flight Recorders—containing flight data and cockpit voice recordings—were recovered by June 16. On June 24, the Crash Protection Module was accessed, and data was downloaded at the AAIB’s New Delhi lab by June 25. This data is key to piecing together the flight’s final moments. Initial findings show the plane climbed to 650 feet before a rapid descent. A five-second mayday call reported “no power” and “no thrust,” pointing to a possible dual-…

AI-171 crash: Air India begins final compensation payouts New Delhi [India], February 12 (ANI):Air India has initiated the full and final settlement process for the AI-171 plane crash victims' families, offering compensation ranging from Rs 1 crore to Rs 25 lakh, depending on individual circumstances.The settlement process follows investigations into the crash, which killed 260 people, on June 12, 2025, in Ahmedabad. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is expected to release its final report by June 12, 2026The incident involved a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of 241 lives on board and 19 on the ground.In a statement, Air India expressed its deep understanding that no amount of money can compensate for the loss of a loved one. However, providing clarity on final compensation represents a significant step for the grieving families.The airline has already provided initial interim payments of ₹25 lakh to the families of the deceased. Additionally, the process for ex-gratia payments of ₹1 crore per deceased family, funded through the AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust established by the Tata Group, is currently underway.…

'Sole purpose not to apportion blame': AAIB on probe progress in Air India crash One year after the Air India Flight AI-171 crash, the AAIB issued an interim statement, expressing condolences and assuring a comprehensive investigation focused on safety enhancements, not blame. The probe has made significant progress in analyzing technical, operational, and human factors. The Civil Aviation Minister reiterated commitment to a thorough and objective determination of the accident's causes.

Ahmedabad plane crash: Pilots' body FIP seeks B787 simulator tests to verify certain aspects in probe The Federation of Indian Pilots’s demand comes days after the AAIB released its interim statement saying that significant progress has been made in the probe

Civil Aviation Minister Confirms Air India Crash Probe Covers Every Angle Key Takeaways • Air India Flight AI-171 crashed June 12, 2025, killing 260 people, with one British survivor. • AAIB of India leads investigation with US and UK agency support, analyzing black box data by June 25. • Causes examined include sabotage, dual-engine failure, maintenance, with report due by September 2025. On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed just minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad, India, on its way to London. The aircraft struck accommodation at BJ Medical College, causing a devastating loss of life. The crash killed 260 people—241 on board and 19 on the ground. Only one person, a British national, survived. This tragedy has become the focus of a major investigation led by The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) of India, with support from international agencies. The probe is examining every possible cause, from technical failure to sabotage, and is expected to shape aviation safety policies for years to come. Immediate Response and Crash Details Civil Aviation Minister Confirms Air India Crash Probe Covers Every Angle The crash of Air Indi…

Wings of doubt: Supreme Court probes Ahmedabad plane crash amid pilot ... In the shadow of a gut-wrenching tragedy that claimed 260 lives on a sweltering June afternoon, the Supreme Court of India today, delved into a high-stakes Public Interest Litigation demanding an independent, court-monitored probe into the catastrophic crash of Air India Flight AI171, spotlighting allegations of regulatory conflicts, selective data leaks, and a rush to blame pilots that has families, aviation experts, and the nation reeling from questions of accountability and safety. Barely minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner plummeted into a fiery inferno, its fuel cutoff switches mysteriously flipped to "CUTOFF," according to a preliminary report from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)—yet the document's glaring omissions, including full cockpit voice transcripts and flight data recorder outputs, have fueled suspicions of a whitewash. Filed by the Safety Matters Foundation, an NGO helmed by veteran pilot Capt. Amit Singh, the PIL under Article 32 accuses the probe of bias, with three DGCA officers—regul…

More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.

AI171 crash probe report expected soon, says Civil Aviation Minister AI171 crash probe report expected soon, says Civil Aviation Minister Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the investigation into the Air India flight AI171 crash is progressing well, with the final report expected soon. The crash on June 12, 2025, claimed 260 lives. By CNBCTV18.com March 10, 2026, 8:35:30 AM IST (Published) 1 Min Read (Photo Credit : Ahmedabad: Wreckage of the crashed Air India plane being lifted through a crane, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Saturday, June 14, 2025. /PTI ) Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Monday (March 9) said the investigation into the crash of Air India flight AI171 is progressing steadily, adding that the final report is expected to be released soon. Replying to supplementary questions during Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha, the Minister said the government is providing all necessary resources and support to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), which is conducting the probe. "Regarding the AI171 crash that happened in June last year, the investigation is going at a very good pace and all the resources required for AAIB are being provided by the min…

AI-171 crash probe in final stage, civil aviation min says report ... The investigation into the Air India Flight AI 171 crash that killed 260 people in Ahmedabad last year is in its final stage, and the report is expected within a month, Union civil aviation minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu said on Friday. Speaking on the sidelines of an event at GIFT City, Naidu said, “Investigation is going on very strongly. We have to understand one thing that when foreign nationals were travelling on the plane that crashed, it will be up for scrutiny by any country. Any country or organisation can raise questions.” He added, “Hence, the investigations have to be conducted with seriousness, fairness and transparency.” The minister said the Centre is addressing concerns raised by families of the victims and that a dedicated ministry cell is coordinating compensation related to the June 2025 crash. On June 12, 2025, the Air India flight AI 171, operated by a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner and bound for London Gatwick, crashed into a medical college hostel complex shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft caught fire on impact. Of the 242 people on boa…