Archive · 28 Dec 2025
YouTuber Claims Air India 171 Report May Blame Pilot
A YouTuber named Gaurav Taneja, who used to be a pilot, said on social media that the final report about the Air India Flight 171 crash might blame the pilot for crashing the plane on purpose.
He also said that there are talks between Washington and Delhi to make the report in a way that doesn't make India look bad.
The plane crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, killing almost everyone on board and some people on the ground.
A preliminary report said the plane lost power because the fuel control switches turned off, but it didn't say why.
People on social media have different opinions about Taneja's claim, with some saying it's unfair to blame the pilot and others saying the pilot tried to prevent the crash.
YouTuber Gaurav Taneja claims Air India Flight 171 final report may blame pilot for intentional crash.
Alleged discussions between Washington and Delhi to frame the report to avoid embarrassing India.
Air India Flight 171 crashed 32 seconds after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025.
Preliminary report indicates fuel control switches moved to CUTOFF, causing engine failure.
Social media users express mixed reactions, with some questioning the claim and others defending the pilot.
- Who
- Gaurav Taneja (YouTuber and former AirAsia India pilot)
- What
- Claim about Air India Flight 171 final report blaming pilot for intentional crash
- When
- December 27, 2025 (claim made); June 12, 2025 (crash occurred)
- Where
- Ahmedabad, India (crash location); Delhi and Washington (alleged discussions)
- Why
- To avoid embarrassment to India and Indians, according to Taneja's claim
- Flight
- Air India 171
- Date of Crash
- June 12, 2025
- Location of Crash
- Ahmedabad, India
- Aircraft Model
- Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
- Destination
- London Gatwick
- Preliminary Cause
- Fuel control switches moved to CUTOFF
- Survivors
- 1
- Sources Cited
- The Wall Street Journal, Corriere della Sera
