The Economic Times

AI171 crash probe: Pilots' grouping FIP seeks formal consideration of its tech submissions before final report

Federation of Indian Pilots has requested the civil aviation ministry for formal consideration of its technical submissions. This request pertains to the ongoing investigation into the AI 171 plane crash that occurred in June 2025. The investigation by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is nearing completion but awaits formal reviews. The submission calls for the Federations involvement as an independent technical participant in the draft report.