Archive · 18 Sep 2025
AAIB to Submit Air India Crash Report by Year-End
On June 12, an Air India plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, resulting in a large number of fatalities.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and the final report is expected by the end of the year.
Preliminary findings indicate that the fuel supply to both engines was cut off.
The pilots, Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kunder, had extensive flying experience.
The father of Captain Sabharwal has requested a formal government inquiry due to concerns over the initial findings and selective leaks.
The investigation is currently reviewing the flight data and cockpit voice recorders.
The Air India plane crashed on June 12 after takeoff from Ahmedabad.
The AAIB is expected to submit its final report by the end of the year.
The crash resulted in 241 fatalities on board and 19 on the ground.
Preliminary reports indicate fuel supply to both engines was cut off.
The father of Captain Sabharwal requested a formal inquiry.
- Who
- AAIB
- What
- Is expected to submit its final report on the Air India crash
- When
- June 12 (Crash Date)
- Where
- Ahmedabad airport
- Why
- To determine the cause of the crash
Pushkaraj Sabharwal's Stance
AAIB Findings and Media
Investigation Impartiality
Pushkaraj Sabharwal's Stance
The preliminary findings of the AAIB are under question.
AAIB Findings and Media
The AAIB released a preliminary report and is finalizing investigation.
Allegations
Pushkaraj Sabharwal's Stance
Selective leaks suggest pilot error, which is disputed by the family.
AAIB Findings and Media
Media reports based on AAIB data may have led to allegations.
- Crash Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Flight Number
- AI171
- Aircraft Type
- Boeing 787 Dreamliner
- Date
- June 12
- Fatalities
- 241 on board, 19 on ground
- Pilots
- Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, First Officer Clive Kunder
- AAIB Report
- Expected by year-end
Sources
Father of Air India Pilot Demands Formal Probe Into Ahmedabad Crash
AI-171 pilot's dad seeks probe into 'depression' rumours
Air India plane crash: Pilot's father seeks another probe saying AAIB findings tarnished his son's image
‘Selective leaks suggest Captain Sabharwal was contemplating suicide,’ Air India pilot’s father seeks fresh probe
Air India Crash: Captain Sabharwal's Father Challenges AAIB Findings, Calls for New Investigation
AI crash: Pilot's father rejects suicide, mental health claims
'Findings Tarnished Name, Need Fresh Probe': Air India Crash Pilot's Father
Air India 171 crash: Captain Sabharwal’s father demands formal investigation, hits out at AAIB preliminary report for maligning pilot’s reputation
