Ahmedabad plane crash, Black box recovered from Air India AI-171 wreckage

The black box of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which crashed minutes after takeoff in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad, has been recovered from the wreckage of the aircraft.

The black box, technically known as the flight data recorder, is expected to play a vital role in unravelling the cause that led to the disaster.

It contains crucial information such as flight speed, altitude,



engine performance, and cockpit audio, including communications between the pilots and air traffic control.

These specialised devices are built to withstand extreme temperatures, water, and severe impact, ensuring the survival of key data even in catastrophic conditions.

Contrary to its name, the black box is typically painted bright orange to make it easier to locate amid wreckage.