New Delhi, Feb. 12 -- The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) categorically clarified that reports suggesting that the investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 accident has been finalised are incorrect and speculative.

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has stated that the investigation is ongoing and no final conclusions have been reached.

The AAIB conducts investigations strictly in accordance with the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules, 2025, and India's obligations under ICAO Annexe 13. Aircraft accident investigations are technical, evidence-based processes aimed at determining root causes and enhancing safety.

The Preliminary Report released earlier provided factual information available at that...