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Air India Flight AI-171 Crash Investigation Continues, No Conclusions Yet

2/15/2026

Summary

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The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) confirmed on February 12, 2026, that the Air India Flight AI-171 investigation remains ongoing.
The AAIB said no final conclusions have been reached about the June 12, 2025 crash that killed 260.
An Italian report suggested pilot error related to fuel switches.
The Supreme Court granted three additional weeks for the investigation.

History

Historical Context

The 2025 Air India Flight AI-171 crash, which killed 260 people, recalls the 1985 Air India Flight 182 disaster that claimed 329 lives. Following the earlier tragedy, Canada and Air India enforced stricter safety measures. The ongoing investigation by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau underscores persistent aviation safety issues, particularly concerning pilot error and equipment management, highlighting the need for regulatory reforms to prevent future incidents.

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Story summary

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) confirmed on February 12, 2026, that the Air India Flight AI-171 investigation remains ongoing.
The AAIB said no final conclusions have been reached about the June 12, 2025 crash that killed 260.
An Italian report suggested pilot error related to fuel switches.
The Supreme Court granted three additional weeks for the investigation.

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