Air India AI171 Crash – Rebuilding Trust in Air Travel
1. Crash and Public Fear
Air India AI171 crashed on June 12, 2025, in Ahmedabad.
Media and YouTube are spreading unverified theories, increasing fear among travelers.
Reports of other Boeing 787 issues are adding to the panic.
2. Investigation Underway
Flight data and voice recorders have been recovered.
Investigation includes experts from U.S. (NTSB) and U.K. (AAIB).
Boeing must counter false rumors to protect the Dreamliner’s reputation.
3. Possible Reasons Behind the Crash
Survivor heard a loud thud and flickering lights after takeoff.
Ram air turbine (RAT) deployment hints at engine failure.
CCTV footage shows:
Long takeoff run (used entire runway).
Aircraft nose turned right, suggesting engine failure.
Landing gear not retracted, causing drag.
4. Weather and Technical Challenges
Hot weather (37°C) reduced runway length and engine power.
Takeoff speed and thrust depend on these conditions.
Possible bird or debris ingestion led to engine failure (dust and birds seen on video).
5. Similar Crash in 1986
Indian Airlines flight in 1986 had a bird-hit during takeoff.
Pilot tried to abort too late; aircraft damaged but all survived.
Shows the importance of timing in pilot decisions during emergencies.
6. Overloading as a Factor
Passengers carried extra baggage, increasing plane weight.
Extra 2 tons of weight could explain slow takeoff on a hot day.
Questions raised:
Why didn’t pilots notice slow speed?
Why wasn’t landing gear retracted?
Could the crash have been avoided with a rejected takeoff?
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