India's Worst Plane Crash: What Went Wrong and Why It Matters

Air India Flight 171 crashed on June 12, 2025, near Ahmedabad, killing 270 people. Engines shut down during takeoff after fuel switches moved to cutoff position. Investigators don't yet know why: pilot error, mechanical failure, or electrical glitch. The answer matters for training, aircraft design, and the 1,000+ similar Boeing 787 jets flying worldwide.