Bloomberg Businessweek Air India Crash Kills Over 200
Jun 12, 2025
Featured guests George Ferguson, a Senior Aerospace Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, and Eric Weiner, Senior Editor for Equities Americas, provide insights into the tragic Air India crash, discussing the devastating implications for aviation safety. They analyze key factors such as maintenance and technical failures while exploring Boeing's market response. The conversation also delves into the U.S. dollar's recent struggles, reflecting on shifting investment trends amid global economic challenges. The mix of somber analysis and market insights offers a comprehensive look at current events.
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Early Crash Causes Insight
- The Air India 787 crash likely isn't due to Boeing or GE systemic manufacturing defects due to the plane's 11-year safe service history.
- Initial signs point to engine or maintenance issues rather than design flaws, especially as the plane failed to gain altitude after takeoff.
Investigating Engine Performance First
- Investigators will likely analyze engine performance data from the plane's recorders early to identify the failure cause.
- Evidence shows the accident happened in controlled flight but inability to develop enough lift suggests engine thrust issues.
Dollar Weakness Signals Shift
- The US dollar is weakening despite strong US economic data and a hawkish Fed due to global investor preference shifts.
- Investors are now hedging dollar exposure, structurally keeping the dollar weak, reflecting changing trust in the dollar's safe haven status.