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AI171 crash investigators did not give much importance to lone survivor's statement: Pilots body

Pilots' body criticizes the investigation into the Air India flight 171 crash. They claim the lone survivor's account of flickering lights was overlooked. This detail could have shed light on potential electrical failures. The Federation of Indian Pilots has expressed dissatisfaction with the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's handling of the…

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Bulletin world briefing: German army chief sends grave warning to Nato over Russian threat

German army chief sends ominous warning over Russia’s threat to Nato Ukrainian attack on Crimea bridge ‘destroys 50 Russian military vehicles’ Horror motorway crash in Hungary leaves seven dead and two injured Air India marks first crash anniversary without launching final investigation Chinese man survives at sea for a week…

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Air India marks first crash anniversary despite not launching final investigation

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Air India crash report: AAIB says AI-171 crash probe in final analysis stage, urges restraint on speculation

One year after the Air India flight AI171 crash, the AAIB released a second interim report. The investigation into the Boeing 787-8's fatal June 12, 2025, accident, which killed 260, is ongoing. Disputes over compensation and legal challenges continue, while technical analysis of the aircraft's engines remains a key factor…

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Air India marks crash anniversary with two minutes’ silence – but no sign of investigation report

Final report delayed due to incomplete analysis of airplane’s engines

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Boeing, civil aviation minister issue key statement on Air India AI-171 crash probe

Boeing and India's Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu issued statements marking one year since the Air India AI-171 crash. Both expressed condolences to the victims' families and affirmed their commitment to the ongoing investigation. The minister emphasized a thorough determination of causes to enhance aviation safety.

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Air India plans to downsize with owner Tata balking at losses

Air India is reportedly deferring aircraft deliveries, cutting flights, and postponing expansion plans following instructions from owner Tata Group to focus on reducing significant losses. This strategic shift aims to stabilize operations and implement cost-cutting measures, impacting a previously ambitious growth agenda.

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‘We just want the truth’: Shattered families long for answers from Air India

Grieving families of the Air India flight 171 disaster are still waiting for answers one year after the Boeing 787 crashed, killing 260 people.

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‘I only want justice’: bereaved families seek closure one year on from Air India crash

Relatives of those killed on flight AI171 are still struggling to obtain answers about what happened

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The Man in Seat 11A: A Reporter’s Account of the Air India Flight AI-171 Tragedy

The first alert appeared on my phone while I sat outside a senior government official’s office in Gandhinagar, waiting for a scheduled meeting. It was just after 1:30 pm when news broke of an aircraft crash in Ahmedabad.

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A year after Air India tragedy, Tata's Rs 1 crore relief reaches most, but some families still decline belongings

Air India has disbursed ex-gratia payments to most families of the Air India plane crash victims. Personal belongings are being returned with respect. Digital devices have also been returned. The airline is also compensating those injured on the ground. A trust was set up to support victims and their families.

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A year after AI crash, 'Aeroplane Boy' still haunted by flight he captured

Aryan Asari, an 18-year-old from Gujarat, gained local fame as the "Aeroplane Boy" after his video documented an Air India flight crash. The incident, which occurred a year ago, instilled a deep fear in Aryan. He has not filmed aircraft since and hesitates to fly.

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Miracle Survivor Demands Answers One Year After Air India Horror Crash Killed His Brother And 259 Others

One year after the Air India crash, sole survivor Vishwash Kumar Ramesh speaks about his ongoing trauma and urges authorities to provide clarity for affected families.

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Air India says 96% of Ahmedabad crash victims' families have received interim compensation

Air India is nearing completion of compensation for AI171 crash victims. Most families have received interim aid, with final payouts underway. Personal belongings are being returned, and support services continue. Injured individuals on the ground have also received assistance. The Tata Group's welfare trust is providing additional aid. This marks…

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Bulletin AM briefing: England win final World Cup warm-up and Air India crash survivor calls for ‘answers’

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Inside the cockpit: How Air India's Boeing Dreamliner flight ended in disaster

Indian investigators will delay their final report on the Air India Boeing 787 crash. The report was due on the one-year anniversary of the incident. Analysis of the plane's engines is ongoing. The crash occurred on June 12, 2025, after the aircraft departed Ahmedabad. The sequence of events details engine…

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Inside the island community where everyone knows an Air India crash victim

ON THE GROUND: A small island off western India was home to all seven Portuguese nationals killed in the 2025 Air India crash, as well as having links to many of the British passengers on board. Namita Singh reports from Diu

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Air India's long history as it continues to face fallout from deadly crash

Investigators will delay the final report on the deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash. The analysis of the plane's engines requires more time. This incident marked the world's deadliest air disaster in a decade. Air India has a long history, founded in 1932. The airline is undergoing significant changes and…

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Who were the two pilots who flew the Air India jet that crashed?

As investigators probe the Air India Boeing 787 crash, details of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kunder's careers and training are under scrutiny. Sabharwal, 56, was highly experienced with over 15,000 flying hours, while Kunder, 32, had accumulated over 3,400 hours. The final report is expected to be…

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Pilots demand answers ahead of Air India crash anniversary

India's aviation accident probe agency is facing renewed criticism from pilot groups ahead of the anniversary of the 2025 Air India Boeing-787 crash in Ahmedabad, which killed 260 people. - 'Path toward answers' - On Friday, relatives of the victims will meet in Ahmedabad at a conference organised by lawyers,…

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Air India crash report delay expected due to unfinished engine analysis, source says

The final report on the Air India Boeing 787 crash will be delayed. Investigators need more time to analyze the aircraft's engines. The crash killed 260 people in June 2025. A preliminary report suggested engine fuel switches moved to 'CUTOFF'. The investigation is complex. Pilot actions are also being examined.…

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Sole survivor of Air India crash calls for ‘answers’ one year on

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Sole survivor of Air India crash demands ‘honesty and answers’ one year on

Vishwash Kumar Ramesh was the only passenger to survive the incident in June 2025, which killed 260 people

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Sole survivor of Air India crash calls for transparency and answers 12 months on

The Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed into a medical college shortly after taking off at Ahmedabad Airport in June last year.

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Sole Air India crash survivor ‘struggling financially’ after receiving just £21k to support young family

Briton Vishwash Kumar Ramesh was on the London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed in June 2025, killing 241 people

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