Overview

• The AAIB preliminary report found both engine fuel control switches shifted from RUN to CUTOFF one second apart after takeoff, triggering sequential engine shutdowns and cockpit confusion.
• Investigators confirmed the crashed Dreamliner held a valid certificate of airworthiness and underwent all required maintenance checks, including two throttle control module replacements with no link to the switch failures.
• The AAIB did not recommend immediate action against Boeing or GE as it continues its formal investigation.
• Etihad Airways ordered technical inspections of fuel control switch locking mechanisms across its B787 fleet and advised pilots and engineers to adopt extra precautions.
• India’s DGCA requires mandatory engine fuel switch inspections on all Indian-registered aircraft by July 21 under state-of-design and manufacture airworthiness directives.