Why cockpit audio deepens the mystery of Air India crash
Summary
Investigators are trying to understand why fuel switches on an Air India flight were set to "cut-off," causing engine power loss and a crash shortly after takeoff. The crash occurred in Ahmedabad, India, killing 260 people. The cockpit voice recording reveals confusion among pilots about the switch positions.Key Facts
- Air India Flight 171 crashed seconds after takeoff in Ahmedabad, India, killing 260 people.
- The plane was a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, 12 years old.
- Fuel-control switches moved to "cut-off" immediately after takeoff, stopping fuel to the engines.
- This switch position is normally used only after landing.
- A cockpit recording captures one pilot questioning why the switches were set to "cut-off."
- The plane was in the air for less than 40 seconds before crashing.
- Investigators from multiple countries and organizations are analyzing the wreckage and recordings.
- The fuel switches have a safety design preventing accidental use, making their movement unusual.
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