Daijiworld Media Network- New Delhi
New Delhi, Jun 13: In the wake of the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu has announced a high-level, multi-agency investigation aimed at uncovering the causes and preventing such catastrophes in the future.
Rushing to the accident site from Vijayawada, Minister Naidu confirmed that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has taken charge of the probe in accordance with international standards laid down by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Taking to social media platform X, the minister stated, “Following the tragic incident in Ahmedabad, a formal investigation has been initiated by AAIB. In addition, a high-level multidisciplinary committee is being formed to review the broader implications of the crash.”
The ill-fated Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating as Air India Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London, crashed shortly after take-off, hitting a residential area near BJ Medical College. The aircraft had reportedly issued a distress signal just before plummeting from the sky.
The government has vowed not to treat this as a routine case. The newly formed committee will include aviation safety experts, aircraft engineers, ATC professionals, and officials from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Their mandate is not only to determine the cause of the crash but also to recommend sweeping reforms in aviation safety protocols, emergency response systems, and aircraft maintenance oversight.
The AAIB, functioning under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has cordoned off the crash site and commenced recovery of crucial evidence such as the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder, collectively known as black boxes. Forensic mapping of the wreckage and collection of eyewitness accounts are also underway.
Aircraft manufacturer Boeing has extended its full cooperation in the investigation. A technical team from Boeing is expected to arrive in India to support the probe, which will also involve international observers as required under ICAO regulations.
Minister Naidu’s swift intervention and the government’s proactive response underscore a strong commitment to ensuring accountability and strengthening India’s civil aviation framework. As the nation mourns this grave loss, the findings from the ongoing investigation are anticipated to influence future aviation policies and reassure public trust in air travel.