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Experts probe radar and CCTV to determine cause of Air India crash

Simon Calder Travel Correspondent
New Air India footage shows plane taking off and crashing moments later
  • Investigators are working to determine the cause of the Air India plane crash that killed 241 of 242 people on board.
  • They are focussing on evidence from radar, CCTV, the cockpit voice recorder and the flight data recorder.
  • Aviation safety experts will consider various factors, including the possibility of dual engine failure, similar to the 'Miracle on the Hudson' incident, and potential system failures.
  • Investigators will examine the wreckage and delve into the background and health of the crew to assess whether pilot decisions or actions contributed to the accident.
  • While terrorism is considered unlikely, investigators are exploring all potential causes, including the impact of weather conditions and aircraft load.
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