The Morning Brief Air India: Reboot or Relapse?
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Jun 20, 2025 
Amit Singh, a seasoned aviation safety expert, joins Forum Gandhi and Arindam Majumder, both aviation analysts at the Economic Times. They discuss the tragic Air India flight AI171 crash, diving into operational failures and regulatory shortcomings that led to India’s worst aviation disaster in years. The conversation highlights the emotional impact on victims' families, the investigation's complex dynamics, and the pressing need for robust safety protocols. They also critique current oversight practices and the ongoing challenges in the aviation sector.
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Heartbreaking Family Loss Anecdote
- Forum Gandhi recounts a grieving father waiting for DNA tests at the post-mortem room after losing his son and daughter-in-law in the crash.
- The father expressed being left utterly alone after this tragedy, highlighting the human cost of the disaster.
Newlyweds' Tragic Fate
- Forum Gandhi shares the story of newlyweds Ankita and Vasanth, whose plans for a new life were shattered by the crash.
- The couple was about to reunite for their honeymoon when tragedy struck, deeply affecting their families.
Unique Dual-Panel Aviation Response
- The government formed a separate high-power panel alongside the AAIB for a holistic review of India's aviation safety.
- This panel aims for faster recommendations on systemic aviation safety improvements beyond just the crash investigation.