Newscast What We Know About The Air India Plane Crash, So Far
Jun 12, 2025
Ben Katz, an Aviation Reporter for The Wall Street Journal, provides insights into the investigation of the tragic Air India plane crash, revealing the critical role of black box recovery. He discusses the implications for the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. Joining him is Sara Girvin, Ireland Correspondent, who reports on the violent unrest in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, illuminating the community tensions tied to migrant housing. Together, they explore critical aviation safety issues and the urgent need for dialogue in a tumultuous political landscape.
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British Survivor's Escape
- A British-born Indian passenger survived the Air India crash by jumping out of the aircraft.
- He is injured and hospitalized; his brother's status remains unclear.
Dreamliner’s Clean Record Shattered
- The Boeing 787 Dreamliner has had an unblemished safety record until this fatal crash.
- Anomalies like delayed landing gear retraction and unusual flap positions are being investigated.
Black Boxes Key Investigation
- Investigators prioritize retrieving the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder for cause analysis.
- These records provide vital flight parameters and cockpit sounds for understanding the crash.