NTSB to Assist in Air India Boeing ⁤787 Crash Investigation in Ahmedabad

⁢ Updated June 12, 2025

Following the Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad involving a Boeing⁢ 787, the U.S.National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will send a team to assist in the investigation. The Air India flight AI171, carrying ⁣242 people, crashed shortly ⁣after takeoff from ⁢Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport⁢ en route to London Gatwick.

The NTSB, an autonomous ⁤U.S. agency, ⁤investigates transportation accidents and recommends safety measures. The FAA has also ⁣offered technical⁢ assistance to the ⁣DGCA, India’s⁤ civil aviation regulator, which is leading the inquiry into the Air India Boeing 787 crash.

The FAA stated ⁤it is indeed ‍in contact ⁣with the NTSB ⁣regarding the Air India ⁣flight AI171 accident and stands ready to provide technical support to the Indian investigation, should it be requested.

The⁤ Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated its investigation into the Air India Boeing 787 crash, which occurred promptly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport. The NTSB’s involvement highlights the international cooperation in⁢ ensuring air ⁣travel safety and thorough investigation of aviation accidents.

What’s next

The investigation will continue to determine ⁤the cause of the Air India Boeing 787 crash, with the NTSB providing support to ‍the DGCA. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.