Subhechcha Ganguly 
In the ongoing investigation into the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, authorities are focusing on a critical 32-second window inside the cockpit that may hold the key to understanding the sequence of events that led to the disaster.
In the final moments before the Boeing 787 Dreamliner began its fatal descent, both engines reportedly lost power mid-air. During this critical juncture, a significant exchange between the two experienced pilots unfolded inside the flight deck. Sources close to the investigation reveal that this dialogue, captured on the cockpit voice recorder, is being closely examined to determine if human error or miscommunication played a role in the catastrophe.
Preliminary findings suggest that as the aircraft began to lose altitude rapidly, there may have been confusion or a delayed response involving the engine cutoffs. Investigators are working to understand whether the pilots followed standard procedures or if a technical malfunction led to the double engine failure.
While the official cause of the crash is yet to be determined, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and Boeing officials are jointly analyzing flight data and voice recordings. The aviation community now awaits further clarity on whether a tragic error, mechanical fault, or a combination of both caused the deadly mishap.
