US Officials Brief on Deadly Air India Flight Crash Investigation

Response to Air India Crash

• 💔 U.S. officials express deep condolences to the families of victims of Air India Flight 171.
• ✈️ Safety is paramount for both the DOT and the FAA, and the investigation will follow the facts.

Investigation Support and Collaboration

• 🔬 The FAA and NTSB are deploying teams, alongside resources from GE and Boeing, to assist in the investigation in India.
• 🤝 The United States is prepared to provide technical expertise and full support to Indian authorities leading the investigation.
• 📞 The Acting Administrator has spoken with his Indian counterpart, the Director General of Aviation, to offer full support.

Investigation Process and Safety Measures

• 🗺️ The US has been formally invited to be part of the NTSB-led investigation, with FAA experts examining potential causal factors.
• ⚠️ The US will not hesitate to mitigate any identified safety risks during the investigation process.
• 🚫 Officials emphasize that it is too early for speculation regarding the cause of the crash.
• ✅ Safety is paramount, and any initial factors of concern will be addressed with all available assets and resources.

Commendation for FAA Team

• 👏 The FAA team is commended for their readiness, deployability, and professionalism in operating at a moment's notice.