One Year After Air India AI-171 Crash In Ahmedabad, Probe Still Underway: AAIB says in interim statement
The investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 crash is still underway, with evidence and technical findings being analysed before the final report is released, according to a statement by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Friday, 12 June.
The statement was issued on the first anniversary of the accident involving Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 aircraft operating from Ahmedabad to London, which crashed shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on 12 June 2025.
AAIB is an independent “attached office” under the Ministry of Civil Aviation responsible for investigating civil aviation accidents, serious incidents, and safety occurrences in Indian airspace.
The AAIB expressed condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the accident and acknowledged the pain of all those affected.
The AAIB said it is conducting the investigation under the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules, 2017, and the standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13.
A preliminary report containing factual information was released on 12 July 2025.
Over the past year, the investigation team has undertaken an extensive and rigorous examination of all relevant technical, operational, organisational and human factors associated with the accident, the bureau said.
This effort has been supported by accredited representatives, technical advisers and subject matter experts from relevant organisations.
“Significant progress has been made in the examination and analysis of aircraft systems, flight recorder data, engine-related components, maintenance and operational records, and other evidence relevant to the investigation,” the AAIB said.
The AAIB said the evidence gathered and the results of various examinations are currently being analysed in a comprehensive and integrated manner.
Additional technical evaluations and specialist examinations will continue wherever required to ensure that all findings and conclusions are backed by verified evidence and scientific analysis, the bureau said.
“The Final Report will be released upon completion of all investigative activities and the requisite international review and consultation processes prescribed under ICAO Annex 13,” the AAIB added.
The AAIB said the sole purpose of an accident investigation is to enhance aviation safety through the identification of lessons and safety recommendations, and not to apportion blame or liability.
It also urged stakeholders, including the media and the public, to avoid speculation or premature conclusions while the investigation remains in progress.
Reaffirming its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, transparency and investigative rigour, the AAIB said that every aspect of the accident “will be examined with the utmost care and diligence so that the findings and safety recommendations command the confidence of all stakeholders and contribute meaningfully to the continued safety of civil aviation.”
