India, July 8 -- The Air India Flight 171 crash, which claimed over 240 lives in Ahmedabad, has triggered a major overhaul in India's aviation, insurance, and safety policies. With insurance claims expected to reach US$475 million, the tragedy has spotlighted gaps in airline liability, compensation norms under the Montreal Convention, and the role of global reinsurers.
As the Tata Group and insurers expedite relief and settlements, the disaster underscores the need for stronger compliance, transparent investigations, and long-term safety reforms to restore public trust in Indian aviation.
The Indian aviation industry is facing a crisis of confidence after the catastrophic crash of Air India's Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which claimed the liv...