Overview
- Campbell Wilson called the June 12 AI171 disaster “devastating” and said Air India is continuing support for families and staff, with more than 600 personnel deployed in Ahmedabad.
- He said the AAIB’s interim report found no fault with the aircraft, engines, or the airline’s operations, and that Air India will act on any lessons once the final report is issued.
- Air India completed interim compensation and ex‑gratia payments and is working through final compensation via a trust established with Tata Sons.
- Wison estimated the closure of Pakistan’s airspace for Indian carriers has cost about ₹4,000 crore, with Europe and North America flights taking 60–90 minutes longer and on‑time performance hurt.
- The interim probe said both engines lost fuel supply within about one second after takeoff, with investigators examining cockpit actions and fuel cut‑off switches, and the airline noted it imposed a temporary safety pause that has since eased.