Debate Over the Air India Crash
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Asianet Newsable on MSN'No Mechanical Fault, No Fuel Issue, No Pilot Error': Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on AI171 Crash ReportAir India CEO Campbell Wilson confirmed that no mechanical or maintenance faults were found in the AI171 crash. The airline has checked its entire Boeing 787 fleet and promised full cooperation in the ongoing investigation.
The investigation report says Air India did not carry out those inspections - prompting speculation that the accident could have been caused by faulty switches being flipped by accident. However, in an internal note seen by the BBC, the FAA has since reiterated its belief that the issue did not compromise safety.