Ahmedabad Plane Crash Sparks Action: Obstructive Buildings Near Airport Under Review
Ahmedabad: In the wake of the recent tragic plane crash near Ahmedabad airport, authorities have announced a comprehensive survey of buildings in the vicinity of the airport. The focus will be on identifying structures that pose potential obstructions to aircraft operations.
As per official sources, the survey will cover areas surrounding the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The initiative will be a joint effort involving the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), Traffic Police, and the Civil Aviation Department. The goal is to assess and address any building-related hazards that may compromise flight safety.
The Central Government has issued a 60-day ultimatum, advising swift action. An advisory has been released directing local authorities to inspect and document all obstructive constructions near the airport. In response, the AMC has already begun mobilizing resources to execute the directive.
Meanwhile, investigations into the deadly plane crash that claimed 270 lives have intensified. Several international agencies, including those from the United States and the United Kingdom, have arrived in Ahmedabad to assist with the probe. Agencies involved include India’s DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation), AAIB (Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau), and foreign counterparts such as the NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board), FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), and ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization).
Each agency is examining different aspects of the crash to determine its root cause and prevent future tragedies.