Overview
- The civil aviation minister said Friday the investigation is in its final stage and a final report is likely in about a month.
- The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is leading an independent, multi‑agency probe with full government resources and a pledge of transparency because other countries can review the findings.
- Preliminary AAIB analysis reported in July 2025 found fuel to both engines was cut within about one second after takeoff, with the cockpit voice recording capturing one pilot denying he had cut fuel after being asked.
- The Federation of Indian Pilots recently filed a technical note suggesting an electrical disturbance, such as a lithium‑ion battery short or relay malfunction, could have triggered an unintended dual fuel shut‑off, and investigators say no possibility is ruled out.
- Families continue to seek release of black‑box data and faster compensation, the ministry says a dedicated cell is coordinating support, and regulators earlier ordered extra checks on Boeing 787s after the June 12, 2025 crash in Ahmedabad that killed 260 people.