Wait for bodies deepens pain of families after Air India crash

Jun 15, 2025
BBC News
Wait for bodies deepens pain of families after Air India crash
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Wait for bodies deepens pain of families after Air India crash

Air India Flight AI-505

The pain of families of the victims is deepening as the remains of their loved ones are brought home, following the crash of Air India flight AI-505. The flight was en route to Cochin from114 destinations, and the crash has shocked and devastated the Indian community.

What happened?

The plane crashed during its final descent, with authorities stating the crash likely happened because of a pilot error, with the plane overshooting the runway. The plane crashed into a boundary wall of the airport, and caught fire, resulting in the deaths of all 18 passengers and the 4 crew members.

The Impact

The accident has had a significant impact on the families of the victims, and the Indian community as a whole, and the investigation into the cause of the crash is still ongoing.

Investigation

The investigation is being conducted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, and they have recovered the black box from the flight, which should provide more clarity on the events that led to the crash. The investigation is likely to take several weeks, and the flight data recorder should provide valuable information that can help determine the cause of the accident.

Support for Families

The Indian government has announced support for the families of the victims, offering Rs. 10 lakh to each of the victim's families, as well as a dependent of the victim. The government has also ensured that all the victim's families will be provided with a government job, as well as a house, to help with the grieving families' loss and recovery.

Original source: BBC News