Families sue Boeing, Honeywell over June Air India crash
Summary
Families of four passengers who died in an Air India crash on June 12 have sued Boeing and Honeywell, claiming faulty fuel switches caused the accident. The lawsuit challenges findings from Indian investigators that did not blame the manufacturers. The crash killed 260 people, with one survivor.Key Facts
- The June 12 crash involved an Air India Boeing 787 that took off from Ahmedabad to London.
- The lawsuit claims faulty fuel switches made by Boeing and Honeywell caused the crash.
- The US Federal Aviation Administration said these switches did not appear to cause the accident.
- A 2018 FAA advisory recommended checking the switches, but Air India did not conduct these checks.
- India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau’s report showed compliance with all safety directives.
- The lawsuit argues the switches' position makes accidental activation likely.
- The crash resulted in 260 fatalities, including passengers, crew, and ground personnel.
- Boeing's stock decreased, while Honeywell's stock initially fell but recovered by day's end.
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