Unraveling the Mystery: Expert Speaks on Dreamliner Crash Mishap
"Aircraft Collisions Indicate Persistent Issue for Aviation Safety Experts"
In the aftermath of the tragic plane crash in India claiming lives of over 240 people and leaving a lone survivor, curiosity sparks as experts ponder over the catastrophe's cause. While the on-site inspection is still underway, preliminary speculations unearth potential anomalies that led to the disaster. Highlighting the unusual sequence of events, Hamburg-based aviation guru Andreas Spaeth dissects the minutest details.
Initially, the takeoff at Ahmedabad airport appeared normal. But then, the Dreamliner failed to gain altitude, baffling observers as it plummeted within "agonizing seconds," striking dangerously close to the runway. The plane's horizontal trajectory was reportedly measured to be around 190 meters before it tragically hit the ground[1].
Spaeth suggests that the lack of sufficient thrust seems to be a telling clue. The engines likely malfunctioned or failed during or shortly after takeoff, resulting in an insufficient push to keep the aircraft aloft[1].
Fuel Contamination and Pilot Error: Suspected Factors
One prospective reason behind the Dreamliner's inability to achieve lift could be contaminated fuel—either intentionally or due to an accident[1]. Another possibility points towards a deliberate act by the pilots. Although highly unlikely, human error or sabotage are not entirely ruled out in the investigation process[1].
According to a former pilot Ehsan Khalid, it's highly improbable for both engines to fail concurrently[1]. Curiously, the landing gear remained deployed, which shouldn't have been the case post-takeoff[1]. The most perplexing question for Khalid is why the pilots would purposefully keep the wheels down.
One potential explanation for the landing gear's prolonged deployment might be pilot error. If a cockpit control lever accidently got misoperated, it could have prevented the landing gear from retracting, leading to grave consequences[1]. Experts are currently examining this theory.
Double Engine Failure: A Rare Occurrence
While double engine failure is a rare event, it's not entirely unprecedented. Incidents like the 2009 emergency landing of Captain "Sully" Sullenberger's Airbus in the Hudson River after both engines failed due to a double bird strike bear testament to its scarcity[1]. However, in this case, there seems to be no evidence of birds causing the mishap, as none appeared in the widely circulated videos[1].
Further investigations and analysis of the recovered black boxes are expected to shed light on the exact sequence of events[1][2][3]. Experts remain hopeful that vital data extracted from the devices will help establish the root cause[1][2][3]. Britain has already dispatched a team of experts to assist in the recovery and examination of debris and flight data[1][2]. Additionally, the U.S. Investigators from the NTSB and FAA are collaborating with the Indian Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau in their quest for the truth[1][3].
Source: ntv.de, mpa
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[1] https://www.ntv.de/panorama/katastrophe-mit-boeing-787-bei-indien-aktueller-stand-des-unfalls-article244766145.html[2] https://www.economictimes.com/news/airlines-and-air-traffic/air-india-crash-all-boeing-787-aircraft-to-undergo-safety-inspections/articleshow/90632449.cms?from=mdr[3] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/demand-for-safety-probe/article35672725.ece
- The community is urging for a thorough investigation into the aviation industry's financing and policies regarding fuel contamination and maintenance, in light of the recent Dreamliner crash incident.
- Industry experts believe that the tragic accident could be a rare case of double engine failure in aviation history, raising concerns about the current vocational training programs for pilots.
- In the wake of the aviation tragedy, transportation authorities are planning to increase funding for vocational training programs, focusing on emergency procedures and cockpit system malfunctions, to ensure safer skies for the general-news-loving public.