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The Independent
2 hours ago
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- The Independent
Both engines may have lost power before Air India crash
A deadly Air India plane crash may have been caused by 'multiple bird hits' leading to loss of power in both engines, former pilot Saurabh Bhatnagar says. The Boeing 787, headed for London, crashed shortly after takeoff in Gujarat, India. There were 242 people on board, including 53 Britons, and a police chief said there appeared to be no survivors. Mr Bhatnagar noted that the plane descended shortly before retracting the landing gear. Video footage indicates the plane "came down in a controlled fashion". Professor John McDermid of the University of York noted the timing of the incident suggests the issue happened "very suddenly" during a critical stage of flight. The crash will be investigated by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, with the UK's Air Accidents Investigation Branch likely to be involved due to the number of British nationals onboard.
The Hindu
2 hours ago
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- The Hindu
Ahmedabad plane crash: Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau to probe Air India plane crash
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will probe the Air India plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday (June 12, 2025), according to an official. Air India's Dreamliner Boeing 787 aircraft, involved in the crash, had 242 people on board, including 12 crew members. Also read: Air India Ahmedabad-London flight crash Live Updates AAIB Director General and Director of Investigation at the agency, among others, will be leaving for Ahmedabad, the official said. Under the Civil Aviation Ministry, AAIB is responsible for the classification of safety occurrences involving aircraft operating in the Indian airspace into accidents and serious incidents. It carries out detailed investigations into accidents and also suggests measures to improve safety. 'We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information,' Boeing said in a statement. Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu expressed shock at the plane crash and said he was personally monitoring the situation. 'We are on the highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. 'Rescue teams have been mobilised and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site,' he said in a post on X in the afternoon. The Minister, who was in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad to oversee the situation on the ground.
Time of India
2 hours ago
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- Time of India
Air India plane crash: Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau to probe Ahmedabad crash
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will probe the Air India plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, according to an India's Dreamliner Boeing 787 aircraft, involved in the crash, had 242 people on board, including 12 crew Director General and Director of Investigation at the agency, among others, will be leaving for Ahmedabad, the official the civil aviation ministry, AAIB is responsible for the classification of safety occurrences, involving aircraft operating in the Indian airspace into accidents and serious carries out detailed investigations into accidents and also suggests measures to improve safety."We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information," Boeing said in a statement. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu expressed shock at the plane crash and said he was personally monitoring the situation."We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action."Rescue teams have been mobilised and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site," he said in a post on X in the minister, who was in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad to oversee the situation on the ground.
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First Post
3 hours ago
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Ahmedabad plane crash: Here is how air accidents are investigated
As Ahmedabad plane crash is set to be one of the worst aviation disasters in the country, here is how air crash investigations are conducted. Investigators start from finding the black box and salvaging and securing all the debris that they can. read more People near the debris of the Air India plane that crashed moments after taking off from the airport, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, Thursday, June 12, 2025. The London-bound plane was carrying 242 passengers. (Photo: PTI Photo) With at least 170 killed in the Ahmedabad plane crash, it is set to be one of the worst aviation disasters in the country. The plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad's Meghani area. The plane was carrying 242 passengers from India. The air crash investigation will start as soon as the conclusion of the rescue operation at the site of the crash. As per established norms, the authorities of the country in whose jurisdiction the accident takes place takes the lead in the investigation. Other countries are also often part of the investigation, such as countries whose nationals are involved in the accident and where the airline and the plane's manufacturer are based. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In India, the responsibility of air accident investigation is with the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) under the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA). Here is how air crash investigations are conducted. How air crash investigations start The first step in the investigation is securing the site and collecting all available physical evidence and documenting it. This involves photography and videography of the site and debris. Investigators salvage as much debris of the aircraft as possible. The debris is stored properly at a secure site. They also map the distribution of debris. All of this helps them understand the trajectory of the plan, when the plane started disintegrating, how it disintegrated, and how the final impact was, including its angle and force, among other things. Investigators conduct interviews with witnesses and survivors to get firsthand information. Investigators collect all the documents related to the aircraft, crew, and their recent flights for forensic analysis. They also collect samples of all deceased and test them with samples of family members of those onboard for the identification and handover of bodies. 'Black box' holds key to understanding air crashes As soon as investigators reach the site, they start searching for the 'black box' of the aircraft. Black box consists of a cockpit voice recorder (CVR) and flight data recorder (FDR). The CVR consists of many microphones in the cockpit that record all the sounds ranging from spoken words to even low clicking of switches. The recordings are critical in understanding the circumstances of the crash as they help understand what was going on inside the cockpit through the flight. The CVR has recordings of pilots and crew, sounds and warning from instruments, and engine sounds, among others. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The FDR consists of many sensors in the plane that track the time, altitude, speed, and fuel. Together, the CVR and FDR help investigators reconstruct the flight trajectory, including the descent into accident. In case the black box is damaged, the investigators may ask the aircraft or device's manufacturer for help in accessing the data. They may also rope in international partners with expertise in the matter. For example, Ethiopian investigators probing the Ethiopian Airlines crash of 2019 roped in France's Bureau of Enquiry and Analysis for Civil Aviation Safety for help which is considered to be one of the world's most experienced air crash investigation agencies. Who probes air crashes? How is report prepared? In India, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is the dedicated agency to probe air crashes. While the country where the accident takes place takes the lead in investigation, other countries are also often part of the investigation in various capacities. These countries are usually the countries where the aircraft is registered, where the airline is headquartered, where the aircraft designer is headquartered, and where the aircraft was made. Countries where critical components of the plane were made, such as engines, may also be part of the investigation. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Within 30 days of the accident, investigators submit a preliminary report to the International Civil Aviation Organization, the United Nations (UN) agency for air travel. Usually, the final report is expected within a year, but updates are usually given at significant dates, such as the one-year anniversary, if investigation stretches for a long period of time. The purpose of such a report is not to assign blame but to find reasons for the crash with the purpose of improving aviation safety. The reasons may range from human error of pilots or air traffic controllers to equipment malfunction. Corrective actions may range from correcting any flaws in equipment or improving training of pilots or sanitising the area of birds.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Time of India
Dhami calls meeting, stresses on strict aherence to safety
Dehradun: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday issued strict directives to enhance safety standards for helicopter services operating in Uttarakhand. He ordered a comprehensive audit of past helicopter accidents and made the installation of weather cameras in all Char Dham valleys mandatory. Emphasising that there should be "no compromise with safety", the CM instructed the Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority (UCADA) to formulate a robust policy mandating the use of only double-engine helicopters in future operations. UCADA has also been tasked with preparing a 10-year strategic plan for heli services in the state. Chairing a high-level review meeting at his residence, Dhami engaged with stakeholders including heli service providers, UCADA officials, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). He stressed that passenger safety must always take precedence over the number of passengers served. To prevent the recurrence of accidents, Dhami directed continuous audits of all past helicopter incidents. He also called for regular fitness checks of helicopters, a robust and effective SOP for ticket booking and strict compliance with engine safety standards, especially in high-altitude Himalayan regions. Given the frequent weather-related disruptions in heli services, the CM reiterated the importance of installing real-time weather cameras in all Char Dham valleys, including Kedarnath. Dhami also instructed UCADA to study the Vaishno Devi heli service model and recommended deploying only highly experienced pilots for operations in the state. Heli operators were urged to maintain a sensitive and tourist-friendly approach, ensuring a positive travel experience for pilgrims and visitors. Additionally, he directed both heli operators and the administration to conduct cleanliness drives along the Char Dham routes. Highlighting the rising demand for helicopter travel, Dhami noted that over 66,000 passengers have used heli shuttle services this year alone, and multiple helipads are currently under construction. He emphasised that, given Uttarakhand's challenging terrain and status as a key religious tourism hub, heli services are poised to become an essential component of the state's infrastructure. Dehradun: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday issued strict directives to enhance safety standards for helicopter services operating in Uttarakhand. He ordered a comprehensive audit of past helicopter accidents and made the installation of weather cameras in all Char Dham valleys mandatory. Emphasising that there should be "no compromise with safety", the CM instructed the Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority (UCADA) to formulate a robust policy mandating the use of only double-engine helicopters in future operations. UCADA has also been tasked with preparing a 10-year strategic plan for heli services in the state. Chairing a high-level review meeting at his residence, Dhami engaged with stakeholders including heli service providers, UCADA officials, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). He stressed that passenger safety must always take precedence over the number of passengers served. To prevent the recurrence of accidents, Dhami directed continuous audits of all past helicopter incidents. He also called for regular fitness checks of helicopters, a robust and effective SOP for ticket booking and strict compliance with engine safety standards, especially in high-altitude Himalayan regions. Given the frequent weather-related disruptions in heli services, the CM reiterated the importance of installing real-time weather cameras in all Char Dham valleys, including Kedarnath. Dhami also instructed UCADA to study the Vaishno Devi heli service model and recommended deploying only highly experienced pilots for operations in the state. Heli operators were urged to maintain a sensitive and tourist-friendly approach, ensuring a positive travel experience for pilgrims and visitors. Additionally, he directed both heli operators and the administration to conduct cleanliness drives along the Char Dham routes. Highlighting the rising demand for helicopter travel, Dhami noted that over 66,000 passengers have used heli shuttle services this year alone, and multiple helipads are currently under construction. He emphasised that, given Uttarakhand's challenging terrain and status as a key religious tourism hub, heli services are poised to become an essential component of the state's infrastructure.
