Air India 787 Crash Prompts Sweeping Safety Actions

The Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash near Ahmedabad resulted in the deaths of 241 people on board and at least 30 on the ground, making it one of India's deadliest aviation disasters. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has ordered enhanced safety inspections of Air India's 33 Dreamliner aircraft, with no major faults found so far, but international flights have been disrupted due to both these checks and regional airspace closures. Multinational teams, including Boeing, the US NTSB, FAA, and the UK's AAIB, are assisting Indian authorities in investigating the technical causes, focusing on engine thrust and aircraft systems. Recovery and identification of victims is ongoing, with DNA testing required for many remains, prolonging closure for families. The government has formed a high-level committee to review and improve aviation safety policies. Community support and government assistance are helping families cope with grief and logistical challenges.