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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amelia Neath

Aviation regulator defends the safety of India’s skies following Air India crash

India’s aviation regulator has defended the safety of the country's skies after questions have been raised in the aftermath of the devastating Air India crash that killed approximately 275 people.

Air India flight AI171 took off from Ahmedabad for a journey to London Gatwick on 12 June, yet only moments after takeoff, the Boeing 787crashed into a medical student accommodation.

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