In a significant development, authorities have recovered the flight data recorder, or "black box," from the Air India plane crash site, as confirmed by the country's civil aviation minister. This black box, located by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) within 28 hours post-crash, is seen as a major piece of evidence in understanding the unfortunate incident. Tragically, of the 242 passengers headed for London, only one survivor has been reported, leaving families anxious for closure.
The accident occurred shortly after take-off, crashing into the Meghani Nagar residential area, resulting in fatalities both onboard the aircraft and on the ground, with reports of at least eight casualties from the latter. Authorities are currently working diligently to identify victims, relying on DNA analysis due to the circumstances of the crash.
Vishwashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor, recounted his harrowing escape, expressing disbelief at his survival. "I managed to unfasten my seat belt and tried to exit the plane," the 40-year-old shared. Family members of victims, such as Imtiaz Ali, remain in a state of agony, clinging to hope until they receive confirmation of their loved ones' fates.
The crash debris remains scattered, with large sections of the aircraft still impacting buildings in the area. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Air India CEO Campbell Wilson have visited the site, underscoring the seriousness of this tragedy. Further scrutiny on the Boeing Dreamliner’s history indicates it had a solid record prior to this devastating event. As the investigation unfolds, families await answers, desperate for resolution in the face of unspeakable loss.
The accident occurred shortly after take-off, crashing into the Meghani Nagar residential area, resulting in fatalities both onboard the aircraft and on the ground, with reports of at least eight casualties from the latter. Authorities are currently working diligently to identify victims, relying on DNA analysis due to the circumstances of the crash.
Vishwashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor, recounted his harrowing escape, expressing disbelief at his survival. "I managed to unfasten my seat belt and tried to exit the plane," the 40-year-old shared. Family members of victims, such as Imtiaz Ali, remain in a state of agony, clinging to hope until they receive confirmation of their loved ones' fates.
The crash debris remains scattered, with large sections of the aircraft still impacting buildings in the area. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Air India CEO Campbell Wilson have visited the site, underscoring the seriousness of this tragedy. Further scrutiny on the Boeing Dreamliner’s history indicates it had a solid record prior to this devastating event. As the investigation unfolds, families await answers, desperate for resolution in the face of unspeakable loss.
