Black Box of Crashed Air India Dreamliner Recovered in Ahmedabad; Legal Probe Under Aircraft Rules Begins

The black box from the Air India Boeing 787-8 crash has been recovered, prompting an investigation under India’s Aircraft Accident Rules, 2017. The data will help determine accountability and adherence to aviation laws. The crash, involving 242 passengers, resulted in only one survivor, marking a significant aviation tragedy.

Air India-Vistara Merger Approved By National Company Law Tribunal

The National Company Law Tribunal’s Chandigarh bench approved the merger of Tata Sons-owned Air India and Vistara airlines, aiming for completion by year-end. This will position Air India as the nation’s largest international carrier and second-largest domestic carrier. Post-merger, SIA will hold a 25.1% stake in Air India, with ongoing efforts to enhance customer experience and modernize the fleet.