Air India Crash Tragedy: What We Know So Far

The tragic Air India crash last month, which claimed the lives of 260 people, continues to be under investigation. A preliminary report has shed some light on the potential cause of the devastating incident, pointing towards a critical engine failure.

Engine Fuel Cutoff a Key Focus of Investigation

According to the preliminary findings, the aircraft’s engines experienced a near-simultaneous fuel cutoff. The fuel cutoff switches on both engines appear to have flipped from the “run” position to the “cutoff” position, effectively starving the engines of fuel and leading to their failure. Investigators are working diligently to understand why this occurred.

Further Investigation Needed to Determine Root Cause

While the preliminary report suggests a potential mechanical failure related to the fuel cutoff switches, further investigation is necessary to determine the root cause of the accident. Experts are analyzing all available data, including flight recorder information and wreckage analysis, to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy. This comprehensive investigation aims to provide answers to the grieving families and improve aviation safety in the future.