Air India plane crash: Misinformation takes off amid fog over accident

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The preliminary report on the June 12 Air India crash has sparked widespread speculation, particularly about pilot error, after selective details spread online. Aviation experts criticised the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) report for lacking a clear timeline, technical context, and human factors data. While it confirms the fuel switches were turned off then on seconds after takeoff, no cause is identified. Experts warn misinformation and AI-generated theories have overshadowed facts.