The CEO of Air India, Campbell Wilson, has issued a strong internal memo cautioning against premature conclusions after the AAIB released its preliminary report on last month’s deadly Ahmedabad crash. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner lost thrust just after takeoff, killing 260 people, but the report found no mechanical fault or maintenance issue. Aviation experts are questioning gaps in the report, including the lack of pilot participation and absence of flight signature analysis.
14 July,2025 06:12 PM IST
Following the Ahmedabad plane crash, Gujarat authorities delivered a swift, sensitive, and protocol-driven response. Forensic teams worked tirelessly to identify victims, adapting procedures without compromising standards. Special care was taken for the pilot and co-pilot, while embalming and documentation ensured dignified transport of remains. The state's coordinated and compassionate handling of the tragedy has been praised as a model for disaster management
20 June,2025 11:33 AM IST
In the wake of the deadly Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad, the DGCA has introduced strict new draft rules to regulate high-rise structures near airports. The proposed Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions) Rules, 2025, will empower authorities to identify and demolish or trim buildings and trees that breach safety height limits around aerodromes. The move is aimed at preventing future accidents caused by physical obstructions in flight paths. Property owners must comply within 60 days or face action. The government has invited public suggestions before final approval.
20 June,2025 11:31 AM IST
An Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai, with a scheduled stop in Kolkata, underwent a mandatory post-landing inspection after a suspected technical glitch was detected. All passengers were safely deplaned, with several later accommodated at a hotel in Kolkata. No injuries were reported.
17 June,2025 04:50 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
