Air India 171 Crash: U.S. Lawyer Points to Water Leak Fault, Not Pilot Error

Speaking to Barkha Dutt, Andrews stressed that aviation safety concerns everyone — not only passengers but even those on the ground. He warned against drawing hasty conclusions from incomplete data, especially when the pilots are no longer alive to defend themselves. Citing past cases, he argued that technical malfunctions and electrical faults must be thoroughly examined before attributing blame.

Andrews also raised questions about Boeing’s accountability, pointing to FAA directives on water leaks in 787 aircraft, the possibility of electrical shorts, and issues with lithium-ion batteries and black box damage. He explained that what looks like a fuel control switch error might, in fact, reflect electrical faults rather than deliberate pilot action. His legal team has filed information requests with US regulators in hopes of accessing key data.

Andrews personally visited Ahmedabad, met grieving families, and attended a vigil at the crash site. He emphasized that these families deserve truth, accountability, and justice — not speculation.

As Barkha Dutt concluded, while headlines move on, the anguish of the families remains. The hope now rests on legal efforts like Andrews’ to bring clarity, justice, and safer skies.