New cockpit recordings from last month’s Air India crash have shifted the investigation’s focus to the captain’s puzzling decision to cut engine fuel mid-flight, according to a Wall Street Journal report. 🎙️ The revelation has sent shockwaves through aviation circles.
What Happened in the Cockpit?
Per the WSJ, First Officer Clive Kunder (3,403 flying hours) reportedly questioned Captain Sumeet Sabharwal (15,638 flying hours) after he moved fuel control switches to "cutoff" during takeoff. While the first officer allegedly panicked, the captain remained eerily calm. 🤯
Key Questions Remain
Authorities haven’t confirmed if this action directly caused the Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash. Neither India’s DGCA, Air India, nor Boeing have commented, leaving aviation enthusiasts and safety experts craving answers. 🔍
With over 19,000 combined flight hours between the pilots, the incident raises urgent questions about crew coordination and emergency protocols. Stay tuned as this high-stakes investigation unfolds. ✈️⚖️
