Active emergency power generator found in Air India crash incident
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Crash Mystery Deepens: Emergency Generator Activated in Air India Disaster
A horrific tragedy unfolds after a Dreamliner operated by Air India slams into a residential area short minutes after takeoff, claiming the lives of at least 270 souls. With no clear cause identified, investigators zero in on the aircraft's engines, hinting at potential engine malfunctions.
New developments in the heart-wrenching Air India accident unveil that the emergency generator was operating during the crash. This sharp focus on the planes engines leaves us questioning if they may not have performed optimally during takeoff. All passengers, save for one, met their doom in this catastrophe. Ahmedabad, in western India, bore witness to this devastating loss, with both the plane's passengers and unfortunate bystanders suffering fatal injuries.
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) - an emergency power source - is a small propeller nestled beneath the fuselage of the 787 Dreamliner, designed to kick in during emergencies. Typically, the engine generates power for the aircraft and supports the operation of flight control systems. Power from the RAT allows vital aircraft components to remain operational.
"RAT Activates During Disaster"
Flight manuals suggest that the RAT can automatically activate when both engines fail or hydraulic systems lose pressure, or when important cockpit instruments lose power. It can also be manually activated by pilots in case of engine failure. Causes of engine failures can range from bird strikes to fuel issues.
Aviation and space safety consultant Anthony Brickhouse observes that double engine failure is an incredibly rare occurrence in commercial aviation since engines have become more reliable over time. Neither Boeing nor GE Aerospace, the engine manufacturer, has issued a statement addressing the incident as yet.
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Air India Flight 171 stalled transmitting position data and ceased contact after just 50 seconds in clear skies. Attempts to reach the cockpit after the distress signal were fruitless.
"Investigations Ongoing"
The investigation seeks to determine whether the plane experienced a loss or reduction in engine power, as suggested earlier by reports[1]. Despite evidence of the RAT's activation, sources close to the inquiry reveal that the case remains unresolved. Investigators are yet unable to pinpoint whether engine, hydraulic, or other issues sparked the emergency system activation. Investigations point to configuration of flight control surfaces aligning with takeoff settings[2].
"Survivor Recounts Ordeal"
The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation asserted that the investigation is still unfolding and will disclose more information when available. Investigations can take anywhere from several months to a year, often revealing a combination of factors – such as mechanical errors, crew mistakes, or design flaws – as the causes of the crash.
The tragic Air India accident marks the first fatal incident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner since its 2011 inception. Modern aircraft are fitted with advanced safety systems intended to assist pilots during emergencies.
Sources: ntv.de, spl/DJ
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[1] Journal: Air India crash focus on thrust loss[2] Insiders comment on flight control configuration[3] Investigators consider multiple factors for crash[4] Cockpit communication suggests thrust loss
- Enrichment Data:
- The emergency generator's activation doesn't necessarily signify an engine malfunction, but rather a response to a loss of engine power or thrust.
- Detailed investigation is necessary to determine the cause of the engine power loss or failure, potentially due to maintenance errors, pilot error, or design flaws.
- In light of the Air India disaster, discussions about the community policy regarding safety measures during aircraft emergencies, particularly vocational training for crash investigators, may need to be reassessed.
- As the sports and crime-and-justice sections of general-news usually focus on human interests and events, it would be insightful to explore the role of vocational training in enhancing the skills of crash investigators to ensure thorough and timely resolution of aviation accidents like this one.
