Power failure likely cause of Ahmedabad Air India crash, preliminary probe suggests

In a significant development surrounding the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, preliminary investigations suggest that a power system failure may have led to the fatal accident. Early assessments by aviation authorities, based on flight data, wreckage analysis, ATC communications, and video footage of the crash, indicate that the aircraft never gained the necessary altitude for a safe climb.

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Reports reveal that the aircraft, which was expected to ascend to at least 3,600 feet shortly after takeoff, managed only 625 feet before plummeting. Investigators believe that the primary electrical systems of the aircraft malfunctioned, compromising essential navigation and control systems. While the pilots attempted to regain manual control, their efforts were unsuccessful due to the limited altitude and lack of system support.

Experts emphasize that had the aircraft reached the required height, the pilots may have had a chance to stabilize and return to land safely. However, the persistent low altitude left little room for corrective action.

In addition to the tragic loss of lives, the incident has had an immediate commercial impact. Air India has reportedly seen a sharp dip in ticket bookings, prompting a drop in fares across several routes, both domestic and international. Travelers, shaken by the crash, are showing reluctance to fly with the airline. Notable fare reductions have been recorded on routes such as Bengaluru and Kuala Lumpur.