Air India Crash: Survivor’s Miracle Escape and Black Box Hints at Mid-Air Stall

Days after the tragic crash of the Air India Flight AI171 in Ahmedabad, fresh developments shed light on what may have caused the disaster that killed over 270 people. Preliminary analysis of the black box indicates a sudden loss of thrust shortly after takeoff, suggesting a possible mid-air stall. Investigators are now focusing on a potential flap or engine system failure that could have destabilized the aircraft within seconds of liftoff.

Meanwhile, the only survivor, 27-year-old Vishwashkumar Ramesh, shared his harrowing experience from hospital. Seated near the emergency exit, he managed to escape moments after impact when part of the fuselage broke open. “There was a loud thud, then fire. I don’t know how I survived,” he told medical officials.

The government has launched an extensive safety audit of Air India’s Boeing 787 fleet, with emergency inspections already underway. Aviation regulators are closely examining maintenance records, pilot communications, and aircraft systems. A multi-nation investigative team, including experts from the U.K., U.S., and France, is aiding the probe.

This crash marks one of India’s worst aviation tragedies in decades. With families still waiting for DNA confirmation of their loved ones and mounting public outcry, authorities have promised a transparent and swift inquiry.