AI 171 Crash: Engines Shut Down, Confusion In Cockpit
Air India AI 171 crash probe reveals midair engine shutdown, pilot confusion; investigation ongoing into possible technical failure or sabotage. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau released its preliminary report into the Air India Flight 171 crash shortly after midnight on Saturday. The report revealed dramatic cockpit voice recordings of one pilot realising the fuel had been cut off to both engines during takeoff, with his colleague denying he had initiated the action. n18oc_breaking-newsn18oc_indiaNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
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