Air India Dreamliner Tragedy: Unraveling the Final 32 Seconds
The heartbreaking Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 continues to be investigated, and a preliminary report sheds light on the devastating final moments of the flight. The findings confirm a chilling scenario: both engines shut down mid-air within seconds of takeoff.
Engine Failure Points to Fuel Cutoff
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) report details the tragic loss of at least 270 lives, including 241 of the 242 passengers and crew onboard the Boeing 787-8. The investigation points to the fuel cutoff switches, which control the flow of fuel to the engines, transitioning from ‘RUN’ to ‘CUTOFF’. This critical shift occurred in both engines, one after the other, within a mere second.
Investigation Continues to Seek Answers
While the preliminary report highlights the engine failure as a central factor in the crash, the investigation is ongoing. The AAIB will continue to analyze data and evidence to determine the precise cause of the fuel cutoff and any contributing factors that led to this devastating tragedy. The families and loved ones of the victims deserve answers, and the aviation industry as a whole can learn vital lessons from this heartbreaking event.
