Ehsan Khalid
Ehsan Khalid is a former pilot and aviation expert, known for his insights into aircraft operations and safety protocols. In the wake of a recent plane crash in Gujarat, he emphasized the crucial role of flight data and cockpit voice recorders in investigating the incident. Khalid raised critical questions regarding the unusual position of the landing gear at the time of the crash, suggesting it may indicate prior awareness of engine failure by the crew.
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Former pilot Ehsan Khalid also believes that the report’s findings raised questions over the position of the vital engine fuel switches.
Air India crash report answers one question – and raises many more
United States· 2025-07-12
IAF pilot Captain (retired) Ehsan Khalid provided insights on the fuel control switch issue related to the Air India crash.
'Advisory, not mandatory': Did FAA flag fuel control switch issue on Boeing jets in 2018? What AI 171 probe report says | India News
India· 2025-07-12Former pilot Ehsan Khalid emphasized the importance of the Flight Data Recorder, Cockpit Voice Recorder, and ACARS data in determining the exact cause of the crash.
Air India Gujarat plane crash: 'Why was landing gear down?', aviation experts on what might have caused crash | India NewsIndia· 2025-06-12