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Air India crash probe enters final stages after cockpit recorder, psychology reviews
AAIB says confidentiality rules bar release of cockpit recordings as it completes analysis of the June 2025 crash.
- The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau told the Supreme Court it cannot release cockpit voice recordings from the June 2025 Air India flight AI-171 crash, citing an "absolute statutory prohibition."
- Claiming 260 lives, the June 2025 crash in Ahmedabad killed 229 passengers, 12 crew members, and 19 people on the ground after the aircraft impacted a hostel near the runway.
- Sharing investigation materials violates Rule 17 of the Aircraft Rules, 2025, with the AAIB noting the inquiry follows international standards under the Chicago Convention and Annex 13.
- Pushkaraj Sabharwal, the 91-year-old father of pilot Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, joined the Federation of Indian Pilots seeking a court-monitored investigation and a "fair, transparent and technically robust" inquiry.
- Draft final report findings are expected by October 2026, with the AAIB reporting investigation activities should conclude within approximately six weeks, pending resolution of external dependencies.
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AlKhaleej TodayAir India crash report likely to be ready in October, say investigators
The Indian agency investigating the 2025 Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad airport that killed 260 people has said a draft final report is likely to be ready by October.
·Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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More than a year has passed since the fatal plane crash.
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When will the final report on Ahmedabad Air India crash be ready? AAIB reveals timeline to SC
In the affidavit, the AAIB also stated that all 10 steps required for an aircraft accident investigation under Indian law are being fully followed. The investigation is proceeding in full compliance with regulations.
·Noida, India
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Air India crash: Draft final report will be ready by October, AAIB tells Supreme Court
The affidavit has also clarified that the sole purpose of an aircraft accident investigation is to enhance aviation safety and prevent future accidents, and not to apportion blame or determine civil or criminal liability
·Chennai, India
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