Archive · 29 Jul 2026
AI-171 Probe Enters Final Stage, No Fault Found in Fuel Switch
The government has announced that the investigation into the crash of Air India flight AI-171, which happened last year and killed 260 people, is in its final stages.
They found no problems with the fuel control switch.
However, they are still checking the complete thrust control module.
The government says the investigation is not delayed and is following the usual process.
They will share the final report once it's ready.
The investigation into the Air India AI-171 crash is in its final stage.
No abnormalities were found in the fuel control switch locking mechanism.
The complete thrust control module is still under inspection in Seattle.
The government denies any delay in the investigation, stating it follows standard procedures.
The final report will be made public once the investigation is complete.
- Who
- Government officials and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)
- What
- Investigation into the crash of Air India AI-171
- When
- The crash occurred last year; current updates are from the Monsoon Session of Parliament this year.
- Where
- India (with ongoing inspections in Seattle)
- Why
- To determine the cause of the crash and ensure air safety.
Government's Stance
Public Concerns
Investigation Progress
Government's Stance
The government asserts that the investigation is progressing as per established procedures and is in its final stages.
Public Concerns
The public may perceive delays due to the extended timeline of the investigation.
Fuel Switch Mechanism
Government's Stance
The government states that no abnormality was found in the fuel control switch locking mechanism.
Public Concerns
The public may remain concerned about the safety of the aircraft until the final report is released.
- Aircraft Model
- Air India AI-171
- Date of Crash
- Last year (specific date not mentioned)
- Casualties
- 260 people
- Current Investigation Stage
- Final stage
- Key Finding
- No abnormality found in the fuel control switch locking mechanism
- Ongoing Inspection
- Complete thrust control module
- Minister of State for Civil Aviation
- Murlidhar Mohol
- Investigating Body
- Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)