An Air India Express flight from Dubai crash-landed at the Kozhikode International Airport in Kerala, India, on August 7, 2020. The incident involved Flight IX-1344, a Boeing 737 aircraft, which skidded off the tabletop runway during heavy rainfall and broke into two pieces. The crash tragically claimed the lives of 21 people, including the pilot and the co-pilot, and left several others injured.
The court, during the hearing on a PIL related to the crash, criticized the Air India Express management for handling the aftermath of the crash “irresponsibly.” The court pointed out that after the crash, the air carrier failed to adequately compensate the victims and their families, which included issues related to the delay in providing interim relief and the lack of coordination with hospitals for prompt medical assistance.
The court also noted that the lack of a senior official from the airline to provide information and support to the families of the victims further exacerbated the situation. The judgment highlighted a need for a more compassionate approach towards the victims and their families, stressing that monetary compensation alone cannot address the trauma and loss suffered.
Air India Express, in response, stated that it has disbursed compensation to the victims as per the Montreal Convention. The airline defended its actions by citing that its staff had worked tirelessly to provide medical assistance and support to the crash victims and their families. Air India Express expressed regret over the incident and assured the court that all necessary steps would be taken to address the issues raised during the hearing.
The court’s criticism and Air India Express’s response have reignited discussions about the responsibilities of airlines in such tragic incidents and the need for a more empathetic and efficient approach towards the victims and their families. The case serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in managing the aftermath of aviation disasters and the essential role of effective crisis response strategies.
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