Deepika Bhardwaj’s tweet highlights a comment from a user named @VivekPatel_sh4cw, who claims to be an ex-Air india crew member. The comment alleges that the Boeing 787 involved in the ahmedabad crash, which was en route to london Gatwick, had persistent technical issues spanning "YEARS." The commenter asserts that crew members, including pilots and engineers, had repeatedly lodged concerns about the aircraft, but the airline failed to address them adequately. The individual recounts a personal experience of an engine failure during a flight, which necessitated an immediate return and safe landing within 30 minutes of takeoff.
The comment further criticizes air india, suggesting that the company prioritized operational needs over safety by continuing to use the aircraft on the high-profile Gatwick route due to a lack of spare Dreamliners. The ex-crew member absolves the staff of blame, instead pointing to corporate negligence, and claims that the company suppresses staff from speaking out publicly, preferring to shift accountability onto employees rather than accepting responsibility.
The allegations, if substantiated, could have serious repercussions for air india and Boeing, especially given the latter’s history with the 787 Dreamliner, which has faced scrutiny over safety concerns, including battery issues in the past. However, without concrete evidence, these claims remain speculative. The involvement of the NTSB suggests a thorough investigation, with international protocols ensuring that the government of india will lead the release of official findings.
The comment further criticizes air india, suggesting that the company prioritized operational needs over safety by continuing to use the aircraft on the high-profile Gatwick route due to a lack of spare Dreamliners. The ex-crew member absolves the staff of blame, instead pointing to corporate negligence, and claims that the company suppresses staff from speaking out publicly, preferring to shift accountability onto employees rather than accepting responsibility.
The allegations, if substantiated, could have serious repercussions for air india and Boeing, especially given the latter’s history with the 787 Dreamliner, which has faced scrutiny over safety concerns, including battery issues in the past. However, without concrete evidence, these claims remain speculative. The involvement of the NTSB suggests a thorough investigation, with international protocols ensuring that the government of india will lead the release of official findings.
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