July 12, 2025

An Air India flight crashed recently due to a sudden engine shutdown mid-air. Preliminary reports from the investigation revealed that both fuel control switches had transitioned from 'run' to 'cutoff' mode, causing both engines to shut down. The incident highlights the critical role of proper maintenance and monitoring of aircraft systems to ensure passenger safety. The aviation authorities are conducting a detailed investigation to determine the exact cause of the switch malfunction.

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