Air India crash: Flying has become safer over decades; last 5 yrs safest since 2000

Ahmedabad’s Air India AI 171 flight crash resulted in the tragic loss of 244 lives, marking a significant incident involving the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, deemed one of the safest aircraft. Following the crash, a high-level investigation team will assess safety protocols, with initial findings expected in the coming weeks, amidst a backdrop of improved aviation safety in India, which has climbed in global rankings.

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