Ankara/New Delhi — The Turkish government on Saturday strongly rejected reports suggesting that a Turkish aviation firm was involved in the recent crash of an Air India Dreamliner near Ahmedabad, calling the accusations false and misleading.
In an official statement, authorities clarified that the Turkish company in question, believed to be Turkish Technic, only has a maintenance agreement with Air India for its Boeing 777 fleet, and not the Boeing 787-8 aircraft that crashed earlier this week.
“These claims are completely baseless and appear to be a deliberate attempt to manipulate public opinion,” a Turkish official said.
The Turkish Directorate of Communications emphasized that no technical service or support had been provided to the ill-fated aircraft, and added that spreading such misinformation not only harms commercial reputation but also jeopardizes international diplomatic relations.
Political Undertones
The statement was prompted by a viral post from a prominent Indian political figure who hinted at foreign involvement in the crash, sparking online speculation. Turkish authorities responded firmly, urging individuals and public figures to refrain from “reckless accusations without evidence.”
The Turkish side also mentioned that they are aware of which company had most recently serviced the crashed aircraft, but chose not to reveal its name out of respect for the ongoing investigation.
Ongoing Probe
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched a full-scale investigation into the cause of the crash, which killed all 182 people on board. Preliminary findings have ruled out weather-related issues, focusing instead on mechanical failure or possible lapses in maintenance.
Call for Responsibility
Both Turkish and Indian aviation authorities have urged the media and public to avoid speculation and await official findings from the joint inquiry team.
“This is a time for facts, not fear-mongering,” the Turkish government concluded.
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