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AI Crash Report Raises More Questions: Pilots

AI Crash Report Raises More Questions: Pilots

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Pilot groups have accused the AAIB of portraying the pilots as responsible for the incident, with vague and selective presentation of cockpit conversations.

From take-off to crash: What happened to AI plane in 32 seconds

From take-off to crash: What happened to AI plane in 32 seconds

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Here is a look at the sequence of events leading to the deadly crash:

Apple launches iPhone Air, its thinnest phone ever

Apple launches iPhone Air, its thinnest phone ever

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The new model is 5.6mm thick. CEO Tim Cook said it promises "pro performance in a thin and light design."

Prithvi Shaw hits sparkling century on Maharashtra debut

Prithvi Shaw hits sparkling century on Maharashtra debut

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shaw's century in the first innings came in 122 balls and included 14 fours and a six.

Flight ops delayed at Mumbai airport as snag hits data network

Flight ops delayed at Mumbai airport as snag hits data network

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Though the glitch affected the system for a couple of minutes, it took an hour to fix it, the source said.

India-Pakistan: 6 Duels You Can't Miss!

India-Pakistan: 6 Duels You Can't Miss!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

On Sunday, in the crucible of Dubai, it all comes down to a single question: Who will seize their moment and become a hero for a nation?

'It Must Have Been Hellish In The Cockpit'

'It Must Have Been Hellish In The Cockpit'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Visualise those 15 to 18 seconds: Fully loaded aircraft, pilot manually controlling with both hands (no autopilot immediately after takeoff), looking forward while switches are behind.'

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Trump does have a master plan in mind to put pressure on India with the additional tariff of 25 per cent to get Modi to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to freeze the Ukraine war.' 'It has not worked so far. By end-September only we'll know for sure the future trajectory of India's oil purchases from Russia,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'I'm In A Debt Trap. Help!'

'I'm In A Debt Trap. Help!'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Check out Dhoni's stunning new look!

Check out Dhoni's stunning new look!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

When Mahendra Singh Dhoni switches up his hairstyle, the internet takes notice. And his latest makeover? It's sharp, fearless, and totally Dhoni.

Comeback man Gaikwad finds red-ball rhythm at No 4

Comeback man Gaikwad finds red-ball rhythm at No 4

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'I just enjoyed my time at home and then obviously trying to get into the rhythm, get into the game routines, you know, do the small things and really loved the process throughout.'

Slapgate: Sreesanth's Wife Threatens To Sue Lalit Modi!

Slapgate: Sreesanth's Wife Threatens To Sue Lalit Modi!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Former cricketer S Sreesanth's wife Bhuvneshwari Sreesanth lashed out at ex-Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner Lalit Modi and former Australian batter Michael Clarke for revealing the never-seen-before footage of the infamous 'Slapgate' scandal involving Harbhajan Singh and her husband.

Fuel Cutoff, Pilot Confusion Before AI Plane Crash: AAIB Report

Fuel Cutoff, Pilot Confusion Before AI Plane Crash: AAIB Report

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

A preliminary investigation into the Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad reveals that both fuel switches were cut off before the crash, followed by pilot confusion. The report also indicates that fuel samples were satisfactory and no immediate action is recommended for Boeing 787-8 operators.

Satyapal Malik: From loyalist to outspoken critic

Satyapal Malik: From loyalist to outspoken critic

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Veteran politician Satyapal Malik, who served as governor of multiple states and later became a vocal critic of the government, has died at the age of 79.

World C'ships: Sen's hopes crushed by World No 1

World C'ships: Sen's hopes crushed by World No 1

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

The 24-year-old Sen, a bronze medallist at the 2021 edition, went down 17-21, 19-21 in 54 minutes.

'It's Not Possible That Some Warning Was Not There'

'It's Not Possible That Some Warning Was Not There'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'If anything happened out of the normal, there would be instantaneous ECAM, EICAS warnings, the master caution or master warnings going off.' 'It would be like a Christmas tree in the cockpit if things start going wrong.'

CAFA Nations Cup: India go down fighting against Iran

CAFA Nations Cup: India go down fighting against Iran

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

A gritty India fought hard for most part but let in two goals in the last seven minutes to eventually lose 0-3 to defending champions Iran in their second group match of the CAFA Nations Cup football tournament, in Hisor, Tajikistan, on Monday.

'Too premature to blame pilots based on AAIB report'

'Too premature to blame pilots based on AAIB report'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

It will be too premature to draw conclusions on the role of pilots from the preliminary investigation report into the fatal crash of Air India plane last month and the final report will mention about the most probable cause for the accident, former Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) chief Aurobindo Handa said on Sunday.

'Crash Report Has Created More Doubts And Confusion'

'Crash Report Has Created More Doubts And Confusion'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'When there are glaring errors in the report, how can you trust anything in it?'

Russian-born Kasatkina switches allegiance to Australia

Russian-born Kasatkina switches allegiance to Australia

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Russian-born world number 12 Daria Kasatkina on Friday announced that she will now represent Australia after her application for permanent residency was accepted by the government.

Amid BJP switch buzz, Bhujbal meets Fadnavis

Amid BJP switch buzz, Bhujbal meets Fadnavis

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Bhujbal said he had an elaborate discussion with the CM on the prevailing political and social atmosphere in the state.

Asia Cup: Will Gill Replace Samson Or Varma?

Asia Cup: Will Gill Replace Samson Or Varma?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Will Shubman Gill force either Sanju Samson or Tilak Varma out of the playing XI for the Asia Cup opening match against the UAE?

Son Heung-min joins LAFC in record MLS transfer deal

Son Heung-min joins LAFC in record MLS transfer deal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Son Heung-min said he is "here to win" after he joined Los Angeles FC for a record Major League Soccer transfer fee, ending a decade-long stint at Tottenham Hotspur.

'Sadly, SOPs Are Written On Somebody's Blood'

'Sadly, SOPs Are Written On Somebody's Blood'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

'The tone of the preliminary report creates a narrative towards pilot error. This is wrong.' 'Selected conversation has been divulged. It's not as if the pilots did not speak anything else in the cockpit.'

Satwik-Chirag rue lack of rhythm in Worlds bronze run

Satwik-Chirag rue lack of rhythm in Worlds bronze run

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

'We didn't get really any rhythm. We didn't start off that well. We gave away easy points (in the third game). We should have been a bit smarter. But, credit to them.'

Missing man found buried under floor tiles; wife, lover under lens

Missing man found buried under floor tiles; wife, lover under lens

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

New tiles laid in a Palghar house led to the discovery of a man's murder. Police are searching for his wife and her lover, the prime suspects, after his body was found buried beneath the tiles.

Using ChatGPT's Study Mode? Read This

Using ChatGPT's Study Mode? Read This

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

If students use AI as an answer machine, they are not going to learn, cautions OpenAI's Leah Belsky.

'It's not a holiday': Coach Gambhir backs BCCI's family rule

'It's not a holiday': Coach Gambhir backs BCCI's family rule

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed the BCCI's directive to limit the presence of cricketers' families during long overseas tours.

Ageing safari vehicles spark safety concerns in Ranthambore reserve

Ageing safari vehicles spark safety concerns in Ranthambore reserve

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Tourism stakeholders are raising concerns about the safety and environmental impact of ageing diesel-powered safari vehicles operating in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve after a recent breakdown left tourists stranded.

Bias toward pilot error: Pilots' association on AI crash report

Bias toward pilot error: Pilots' association on AI crash report

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Airline Pilots' Association of India demands a fair and fact-based probe into the Air India plane crash, rejecting any bias towards pilot error in the investigation.

Proteas add young pacer to squad for Aus ODIs

Proteas add young pacer to squad for Aus ODIs

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Bavuma said his hamstring was 'feeling good' ahead of his return, and the South African skipper also confirmed he would bat at number three for the opening match of the three-game series behind openers Ryan Rickelton and Aiden Markram.

India welcomes US-Russia meet in Alaska for Ukraine peace

India welcomes US-Russia meet in Alaska for Ukraine peace

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

The ministry of external affairs spokesperson said that the meeting holds the promise of bringing to an end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and opening up the prospects for peace.

Why Stock Tips Won't Build Wealth For You

Why Stock Tips Won't Build Wealth For You

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Real wealth isn't built on random bets; it's built on disciplined, guided portfolio strategies that can withstand market ups and downs, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

What AAIB Report On AI 171 Crash Says

What AAIB Report On AI 171 Crash Says

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau has published its preliminary report on the fatal accident of Air India's Boeing 787-8 plane that was operating flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick on June 12.

AI crash: Blame before detailed probe premature, says pilots' body

AI crash: Blame before detailed probe premature, says pilots' body

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has expressed concerns over the preliminary investigation report on the Air India Boeing 787 plane crash, calling it premature and irresponsible to assign blame before a thorough investigation.

PT Usha's son Vignesh gets engaged!

PT Usha's son Vignesh gets engaged!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Legendary sprinter and Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha's son Dr Vignesh Ujjwal got engaged to Krishna in a vibrant yet private ceremony on Saturday.

EPFO adds nearly 22 lakh members in June

EPFO adds nearly 22 lakh members in June

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Retirement fund body EPFO recorded a 13.46 per cent year-on-year growth in net member addition of 21.89 lakh in June, according to the latest payroll data released on Wednesday. The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's (EPFO) provisional payroll data for June 2025 showed a net addition of 21.89 lakh members, marking the highest recorded addition since payroll data tracking began in April 2018, a labour ministry statement said.

'US Needs India To Keep China In Check'

'US Needs India To Keep China In Check'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'If Washington has to balance Chinese power, she will have to turn to the third biggest power in the world which is India.' 'The United States and India will have to work together in order to keep Chinese ambitions in check.'

'Air India can't cause such negligence': Cabin crew's mother

'Air India can't cause such negligence': Cabin crew's mother

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Pramila Patil, mother of crew member Maithili Patil, who died in the ill-fated Air India plane crash on June 12, reacted to the preliminary report of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau and said Air India can't cause such negligence.

Ex India U-19 skipper making most of life post heart surgery

Ex India U-19 skipper making most of life post heart surgery

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

'...I had confidence in myself. I knew I would play again one day and I knew how to make it and how I will make it'.