Surprising Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner Crash in Ahmedabad
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner, bound for London with 240 onboard, crashed in Ahmedabad. Experts noted improper configuration might be a factor. The crash is unprecedented since the Dreamliner's 2009 debut. Initial investigation focuses on slats and flaps positioning. Causalities include medical students, raising safety concerns.
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On Thursday, experts expressed concern over the unexplained crash of an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Ahmedabad, which was heading for London. Preliminary assessments suggest that the aircraft might not have been properly configured, leading to the startling incident involving more than 240 passengers.
This tragic event marks the first crash involving a Dreamliner since its launch in 2009, according to data from the Aviation Safety Network. Aviation safety consultant John M Cox highlighted potential configuration issues, drawing attention to possible mispositioning of the plane's slats and flaps.
The crash resulted in significant casualties when parts of the aircraft fell on a medical college, shocking the international community and turning a spotlight on aviation safety protocols. As the investigation continues, experts caution against drawing premature conclusions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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