Air India Crash: Object Seen Falling Before Disaster
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New video footage indicates a possible cause in the tragic Air India crash near Ahmedabad.
New video footage of the Air India plane crash on Thursday seems to show an unidentified object detaching from the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner just before the aircraft plummeted to the ground, killing 241 people.
Following the crash, India’s civil aviation regulator has instructed Air India to perform additional inspections on its Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliners that use General Electric’s GEnx engines. Thes inspections will include assessments of fuel parameters, the cabin air compressor, the engine control system, the hydraulic system, and take-off parameters.
Investigators continued their search of the crash site on Friday, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the sole surviving passenger, Vishwash, in the hospital. Vishwash, who was seated in 11A, reported that the plane’s lights “started flickering” shortly after takeoff, immediatly before the crash.
“when I saw the exit, I thought I could come out. I tried, and I did. Maybe the people who were on the other side of the plane weren’t able to.”
Speaking to the Hindustan Times, the British national stated, “When I saw the exit, I thought I could come out. I tried, and I did. Maybe the people who were on the other side of the plane weren’t able to.” He further added, “I don’t know how I survived. I saw people dying in front of my eyes – the air hostesses, and two people I saw near me … I walked out of the rubble.”
Vishwash’s family expressed both relief and grief upon learning he was the only survivor, as his brother Ajay was also on the flight and did not survive.
Nayan Kumar Ramesh, 27, another brother, shared the family’s devastation from their home in Leicester. “We were just shocked as soon as we heard it. I last spoke to him yesterday morning.We’re devastated, just devastated. He said I have no idea how I exited the plane.”
A relative named Jay mentioned that Vishwash spoke to his father after the crash, saying, “He’s got some injuries on his face. He was painted in blood. He was pretty much covered in blood, that’s what his dad said.” He added, “He’s doing well I think. It’s a big shock. I don’t have many words to describe the incident.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Aviation Safety
- What are the primary causes of plane crashes?
- Plane crashes typically result from a combination of factors, including mechanical failure, human error, and adverse weather conditions. FAA NTSB
- How has aviation safety improved over the years?
- Aviation safety has significantly improved due to advancements in technology, enhanced training programs, and stricter regulations. IATA ICAO
- What role do flight recorders play in accident investigations?
- Flight recorders, or “black boxes,” capture critical flight data and cockpit voice recordings, providing valuable insights for investigators to determine the cause of an accident.Skybrary Flight Safety Foundation
