Gaurav Taneja praises Air India pilots for refusing unsafe flights after Ahmedabad crash
As a ripple effect following the Ahmedabad plane crash, several other Air India flights were cancelled on Tuesday and Wednesday. Gaurav took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to praise the precautionary step that the pilots are taking.
Reacting to the several cancellations, Gaurav wrote, 'Lot of Air India flight getting cancelled recently due to technical snags, after the 12th June accident. Pilots hopefully have stopped accepting the aircraft's with so many MEL's each flight. It increases their workload immensely'.
'Everyone knows that the 'Red' airline is being dispatched on minimum equipment's. 90+ MEL's every flight. DGCA should step in and stop this,' added the content creator, referring to the Minimum Equipment List, which is 'a categorised list of on-board systems, instruments and equipment that may be inoperative for flight in a specified aircraft model'.
On Tuesday, Gaurav had posted a video defending the pilots involved in the Air India Flight 171, which crashed in Ahmedabad. He said that it is easier for airlines to claim insurance if they pin the blame on the pilots, who aren't there to defend themselves, stressing the pressure that airlines put on pilots in India.
In the aftermath of the devastating Ahmedabad plane crash, Air India has experienced a series of flight disruptions, with multiple flights being diverted or cancelled. On Monday alone, at least three 787 Dreamliners operated by major airlines -- British Airways, Lufthansa, and Air India -- made emergency returns to their departure airports shortly after takeoff.
On June 12, a London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft crashed into a hostel complex shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on June 12, killing 241 passengers and crew.
On Tuesday, flight AI 143 from Delhi to Paris was cancelled after the pre-flight checks revealed certain issues in the aircraft. An Ahmedabad-London Gatwick flight (AI 159) was cancelled due to the unavailability of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
News18
4 hours ago
- News18
Delta Boeing 787 Makes Emergency Landing in LA After Engine Fire Panic Onboard! Boeing
A Delta Airlines Boeing 787 was forced to make an emergency landing in Los Angeles after its left engine reportedly caught fire mid-air, according to CNN dramatic incident unfolded shortly after takeoff, with passengers on board describing smoke, loud bangs, and moments of panic as the aircraft quickly turned back toward LAX. Emergency crews were placed on high alert as the flight made a tense all passengers and crew are safe, but serious questions are now being raised about aircraft safety, airline protocols, and Boeing's ongoing technical troubles. This adds to the growing list of recent aviation scares involving major commercial airlines. Mobile App -
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Time of India
Heimscheißer meaning: The German word for people who can't poop anywhere but home
Let's talk about something very real, very human, and very hilarious — not being able to poop outside your home. If you've ever planned your entire day around being back home before nature calls, you're not alone. The Germans, in their wonderfully blunt way, have a word for this situation: Heimscheißer. Heimscheißer (say it with us: HIME-shy-ser) is a German slang term that literally translates to 'home sh*tter'. Yes, it's real. And yes, it's way too relatable. This delightful word describes someone who can only do their business in the safety and comfort of their own toilet. Public restrooms? Office loos? Friend's house? Nope. It's home or nothing. What is the Heimscheißer meaning and where does it come from? The Heimscheißer meaning goes beyond just bathroom habits. It captures that very specific kind of anxiety some people feel when they're anywhere but home and the urge hits. It's not officially a medical condition, but it is culturally recognised, especially in German humour. The term combines two German words: Heim = home Scheißer = someone who poops Together, they form the perfect nickname for people who simply can't go unless everything feels just right — the lighting, the silence, the scent of your usual soap, and a door that actually locks. Why do people become Heimscheißers? There are a few reasons. For some, it's about comfort and routine. For others, it's genuine social anxiety — specifically, a condition known as parcopresis, or 'shy bowel syndrome'. This is when someone feels physically unable to relieve themselves in unfamiliar or public settings, often due to fear of being overheard or folks just don't trust public toilets — and can you blame them? They're often loud, crowded, dirty, or just way too exposed. The Heimscheißer feels more at peace on their own porcelain throne, complete with familiar floor tiles, ambient lighting, and zero the term Heimscheißer might make you laugh, it also reflects something real: our need for privacy, safety, and control—especially when we're at our most vulnerable (yes, pooping is peak vulnerability). It's a quirky reminder that language can wrap humour around very human experiences. So if you're the kind of person who'll hold it in all day just to get home and use your bathroom — don't feel ashamed. You, my friend, are a certified Heimscheißer. Wear the title with pride (and maybe carry some air freshener just in case). Also read| Did The Simpsons really predict the Coldplay 'kiss cam' scandal? CEO's viral moment sparks AI confusion and meme buzz
&w=3840&q=100)
Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Business Standard
Boeing Delta 767 flight catches fire after takeoff, returns to Los Angeles
A Delta Air Lines flight en route to Atlanta was forced to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport shortly after takeoff on Saturday (local time), after pilots detected signs of a fire in the aircraft's left engine. Flight DL446, operated by a Boeing 767-400, had departed Los Angeles airport when the crew observed indications of an engine fire. The aircraft, powered by two GE CF6 engines, was climbing out over the Pacific Ocean when the issue arose. Pilots immediately declared an emergency and requested a return to Los Angeles. Air Traffic Control guided the jet safely back, alerting emergency services at the airport. Ground footage captured by aviation YouTube channel LA Flights, run by Josh and Peter, showed flames erupting from the left engine as the aircraft turned back over southern Los Angeles. In the video, the jet is seen flying steadily while a fireball blazes beneath one wing. As the aircraft descended, the fire appeared to subside. The landing gear deployed as expected, and the plane touched down safely with the engine no longer visibly burning. ❗️Boeing 787 Makes Emergency Landing in LA ???????? - Engine ON FIRE ???? Video claims to show a Delta Airlines flight bound for Atlanta on Friday making an emergency landing at LAX. The engine reportedly caught fire shortly after take-off. ???? @LAFlightsLIVE — RT_India (@RT_India_news) July 19, 2025 A spokesperson for Delta Airlines told the BBC, 'Delta Flight 446 returned to Los Angeles shortly after departure following an indication of an issue with the aircraft's left engine.' The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident. Delta engine fire follows deadly Air India crash in June The Delta engine fire incident comes just a month after a separate and far more tragic incident involving a Boeing aircraft. On June 12, an Air India flight 171 operating a Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed into a medical college complex in the Meghani Nagar area of Ahmedabad shortly after take-off. The flight was en route from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, London. The crash claimed the lives of more than 260 people. A preliminary report by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), released on July 12, revealed that the fuel switches to the aircraft's engines had been turned off within seconds of take-off. The action caused immediate confusion in the cockpit, according to the report, which remains under investigation. A subsequent report by The Wall Street Journal, citing sources, said the first officer had questioned the more experienced captain about switching the fuel controls to the "cutoff" position just after the plane lifted off the runway. The captain is believed to have turned off the switches, though the AAIB has not clarified whether the action was deliberate or accidental.
