Family members of the Air India AI-171 crash victims in Ahmedabad are urging for a fair investigation and transparent sharing of the Black Box and flight data. They emphasize the need for a comprehensive probe that doesn’t solely blame the pilots without revealing technical details. The tragic incident involved a London-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed soon after take-off on June 12 last year, claiming 260 lives.
At a gathering in Ahmedabad before the first anniversary of the crash, around 50 affected families stressed that compensation alone cannot address their questions about the accident’s cause. They are demanding clarity on the Black Box data and the truth behind the crash. One family member, Krutik Patel, shared the loss of his younger brother in the crash and highlighted the importance of a transparent investigation.
The families are skeptical about attributing the crash solely to pilot error and suspect possible technical and maintenance issues with the aircraft. They express concerns about the aircraft’s condition before the tragedy and urge for a thorough examination of all aspects leading to the crash. Seeking justice beyond financial compensation, they emphasize the significance of uncovering the truth to prevent such accidents in the future.
Janvi Purohit, who lost her brother in the crash, stresses the need for clarity on the plane’s condition pre-crash and questions the decision to fly a potentially damaged aircraft. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the circumstances leading to the tragedy and seeks accountability to prevent similar incidents. The affected families are united in their quest for answers and transparency regarding the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
