Experts told the BBC that a flap issue, engine failure or a bird strike are among the possible causes of the crash. 

​Experts told the BBC that a flap issue, engine failure or a bird strike are among the possible causes of the crash.  

World leaders may face smoke warnings when they gather next week in Alberta as wildfires burned out of control across much of Canada and caused the country’s second-worst fire season in decades.

Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing all 242 onboard. The tragedy has brought renewed attention to whistleblower Sam Salehpour’s 2024 warnings about structural flaws in the 787 Dreamliner. Salehpour alleged shortcuts in manufacturing could lead to catastrophic failure. Boeing has refuted these claims, stating the aircraft is safe.