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Need-to-Know: The Unraveling Tale of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner Disaster
June 13 Update - New York
Boeing vs Unfortunate Fate, Round 3The devastating Air India accident serves as a bitter reminder for Boeing, who just managed to secure some positive headlines under their new leadership. The pope, King Charles, and India's president shared their sorrow over the lost 242 passengers and crew on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight 171.
Stocks Take a Nose-DiveThe company saw a sizable decrease in their shares, plummeting nearly 5% on the stock market. The ill-fated aircraft crashed moments after its takeoff from Ahmedabad.
Heartfelt Statements and soothing PromisesBoeing CEO, Kelly Ortberg, extended his deepest sympathies to those affected by the tragedy. He vowed to extend support during the investigation, praising Air India's chairman as a valued partner.
Another Paris Air Show on the HorizonThe disheartening incident will undoubtedly command attention during the upcoming Paris Air Show, where industry leaders typically discuss tackling trade tensions, up-to-date technologies, and delivery delays.
Some Silver Linings?Analyst Nicolas Owens remains hopeful that Boeing might still receive additional 787 orders during the Paris Air Show next week, despite the crash.
Air India Crash: A Different BeastUnlike previous crashes involving the 737 MAX, the latest tragedy involves a plane delivered to Air India back in 2014 with over 41k flight hours under its wings. The low-flying accident is notable since it encompasses a matured aircraft, as opposed to the brand-new planes involved in past catastrophes.
Two Crashes, One Bug?The critical Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS), implicated in the 737 MAX crashes due to malfunctions, doesn't exist on the Dreamliner. The Dreamliner continues to boast an impressive track record, but many are keeping a watchful eye on the investigation proceedings.
Paper Trail to Salvation?Investigators from the US, Britain, and India are now examining in-flight data, maintenance records, and crew backgrounds to help unravel the puzzle behind the crash of Air India's Flight 171.
Unveiling the Truth in Plain SightTime alone will reveal the crash's consequences for Boeing, but industry insiders remain cautiously optimistic. Analysts, such as Nicolas Owens, predict that large-scale structural problems are unlikely to emerge during the investigation.
Need a Quick Refresher?- The crash occurred on June 12, 2025, in Ahmedabad, India, with most of the 242 passengers and crew on board perishing, along with casualties on the ground.- The investigation is being led by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) with international cooperation from US and British counterparts.- The Dreamliner, VT-ANB, had undergone extensive maintenance checks, with the following checks scheduled for December 2025. The right engine was overhauled in March 2025, and the left engine was inspected in April 2025.
Sources: 1. Cirium, 2. DGCA, 3. AFP
- The news of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner disaster is raising questions about the company's policy-and-legislation and tech with international government regulators, as they conduct an investigation into the crash.
- The international investigation into the Boeing 787 Dreamliner disaster involves examining in-flight data, maintenance records, and crew backgrounds to better understand the cause of the accident.
- Despite the disaster, some in the tech and general-news sectors believe that Boeing might still secure additional 787 orders at the upcoming Paris Air Show, although this remains to be seen during the event.
- The tragedy of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has once again brought the topic of law and politics into play, as industry leaders discuss potential policy-and-legislation changes in response to the disaster at the Paris Air Show.
