Main news (Top 5 things)
1. – fuel control switch role off both engines
The AAIB’s initial report stated that the fuel went off in both engines 90 seconds after takeoff as the switches moved from “RUN” to the position of “CUTOFF”, about a second apart.
2. cockpit voice recording – mutual confusion of pilots
Voice recording revealed that one pilot asked another “why did you cut off?”, and another clarified that he did not do so. This makes it clear that the switches became unexpectedly active.
3. Only one restarted the engine
One engine was restarted but the other still did not start properly, causing the aircraft to fall damaged at only about 625 feet.
4.Powerful Airforce Response – Ram Air Turbine (RAT)
The aircraft activated its RAT automatically, which could be an engine shutdown warning.
5. No Fault for Boing or GE – probe issued
The report did not report any technical defects on the Boing 787‑8 and GE GEnx engines. However, the investigation as to why the switches flipped is still unresolved.
Talking after air india plane crashing
Charging line—”funny start: both engines off in 1 second after takeoff”
Flashback—Pilots’ buzz talk: “I didn’t do it”, “Why did you cut off?”—-like dialogue parallels taken from American News Report.
Investigation update—Crash happened 30 days after (June 12 → until July 11) preliminary report released, which followed ICAO regulations.
Interesting fact: only one passenger (British‑Indian Vishwash Kumar Ramesh) escaped.
FAQ Questions & Answers:
Q: Why did the engines stop?
A: Preliminary report stated that both fuel control switches went into “CUT_OFF” mode, reason for which is currently unknown.
Q: Are Boying or GE engines to blame?
A: No—AAIB said technical fault was not found.
Q: Any left?
A: yes—British‑Indian traveller saved as a mere 1 person.
This preliminary report highlights pilot skills, aircraft systems, and the role of international investigative agencies. The next full report—, which is expected in September 2025, will clarify the unexpected behavioral phenomenon of the H—engine switch and may bring proposals for further improvements.