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Black box recovered from Air India crash
CNBC Televisionยท 2025-06-13 14:18
Accident Overview - Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner plane crashed, resulting in 241 fatalities out of 242 passengers [1][5] - The aircraft, en route to London, was carrying 125,000 liters (approximately 33,021 US gallons) of fuel, leading to a massive explosion upon impact [4] - The crash occurred shortly after takeoff, with the pilot issuing a mayday call before communication was lost [3] Impact and Casualties - The plane crashed into a hostel for medical students, causing additional casualties among the students and people in the vicinity [4][6] - Besides the passenger fatalities, there were casualties among medical students and people on the streets [5][6] Regulatory Response - The aviation regulator has mandated enhanced inspection and additional maintenance measures for the Air India 787 fleet [6] Aircraft and Manufacturer - The crash is a major blow to the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, raising concerns about the aircraft model [6] - Boeing has been involved in previous air crashes [6] Investigation - The black box has been recovered and is expected to help investigators understand the cause of the crash [1][2]