Air India Crash: Investigation Update
Summary
- Air India flight AI171 crashed on June 12th in Ahmedabad.
- 260 people died in the crash.
- Preliminary report cites fuel-control switch failure as the cause of engine failure.
- The reason for the switch malfunction is still unknown.
Overall Sentiment: 🔴 Negative
AI Explanation
An Air India plane (AI171) crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India on June 12th, resulting in 260 fatalities (242 passengers and crew, 19 on the ground). A preliminary report indicates that fuel-control switches inexplicably moved to the 'cut-off' position seconds after takeoff, causing engine failure. The cause of this switch malfunction remains under investigation. The flight was bound for London's Gatwick airport and was airborne for less than 40 seconds.
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