Families Seek Answers One Year After Air India 787 Crash
- Today, June 12, 2026, marks one year since Air India flight AI171 crashed in Ahmedabad, killing 260 people, as the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau provided no timeline for a final report.
- The Boeing 787 crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12, 2025, killing 241 passengers and 19 people on the ground; a preliminary report indicated fuel control switches moved from 'RUN' to 'CUTOFF' seconds before the disaster.
- Investigators reported 'significant progress' in examining aircraft systems, flight recorder data, and engine components over the past year, though authorities have not determined the cause or provided a specific date for final findings.
- More than 250 relatives gathered at an Ahmedabad hotel for a candlelight vigil, with Umang Patel, whose father Kirit Patel died, saying the family continues to 'want answers' regarding the tragedy.
- Under international aviation rules, a final report is due within one year, though authorities may issue interim statements instead; Boeing stated it continues to 'support the investigation' into the fatal incident.
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Air India crash: One year on, no final report timeline as families of 260 victims seek answers
India gives no timeline for final Air India crash reportFamilies of victims demand answers on first anniversaryAAIB says evidence, test results still being analysedAHMEDABAD, June 13 — Indian investigators said yesterday they were still analysing evidence from last year’s Air India Boeing 787 crash and gave no timeline for a final report, as families of the 260 victims pressed for answers on the disaster’s first anniversary.The Aircraft Accide…
After taking off from the airport in Ahmedabad, India, a Boeing 787 d'Air India crashed on 12 June 2025, killing 241 passengers and crew and 19 people on the ground. One year after the tragedy, there were still many questions, but the report has not yet been revealed.
Air India crash: one year on, no final report timeline as families seek answers
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