Montgomery, Alabama — A leading attorney representing families affected by the devastating Air India AI171 crash has expressed serious concerns about the compensation being offered and potential manufacturing flaws linked to Boeing.
Mike Andrews, the Montgomery-based lawyer, is currently advocating for the families of approximately 110 victims, which includes those who perished on the flight as well as individuals on the ground. He emphasized that while they have begun outreach, many questions remain unanswered about the accident that occurred shortly after takeoff.
“The situation remains complex, and we are committed to digging deeper,” Andrews stated, revealing that his legal team is collaborating with experts to examine documents and gather testimonies pertinent to the investigation. This thorough approach seeks to identify the underlying causes of the calamity.
After the crash on June 12, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) of India promptly issued a preliminary report. However, Andrews characterized it as lacking contextual depth, leading to further uncertainties rather than clarity. He remarked that the swift publication of the findings mirrors previous investigations involving Boeing, which have often raised more questions than they solve.
Regarding the compensation from Air India, Andrews was forthright in his critique, labeling the initial payouts as inadequate for the long-term needs of the affected families. He pointed out concerns about indemnity clauses that could complicate the pursuit of larger claims against Boeing, clarifying that families should remain entitled to seek full accountability irrespective of the initial financial offers.
Andrews also highlighted ongoing inquiries into technical aspects of the aircraft, such as potential issues with onboard computers and the presence of water leaks in critical equipment compartments. “One theory we are actively exploring involves water leaks in the aircraft’s lavatory and galley areas, which could jeopardize the electrical systems housed nearby,” he explained.
He went on to warn that these leaks could lead to electrical shorts, significantly impairing safety systems crucial for flight operations. “Such defects, if they existed when the plane left the factory, could result in Boeing being held liable for the tragic outcome,” he stated.
The crash of Air India flight AI171 was a catastrophic incident, claiming 260 lives, including 229 passengers, 12 crew members, and 19 individuals on the ground. The AAIB’s preliminary report indicated that both engines failed within 90 seconds of takeoff, resulting in a catastrophic loss of thrust and a rapid descent, which has raised alarms about the safety of the aircraft involved.
Families of the victims are now seeking answers and accountability from both Air India and Boeing as the investigation continues into one of India’s most tragic aviation disasters in recent history.
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