Draft final report on AI-171 crash to be ready by Oct: Centre to SC
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) expects to complete its probe into Air India Flight AI-171 crash within six weeks, with a draft final report ready by October 2026.
The Centre informed the Supreme Court that the draft report cannot be released immediately due to International Civil Aviation Organisation framework and Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules, 2025 requiring consultation with participating states.
The US National Transportation Safety Board, as accredited representative of the state of design and manufacture, will provide comments, with consultation taking 30 to 60 days.
The government opposed demands for a court-monitored or independent inquiry, stating the investigation follows international standards and Indian law.
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