A shocking plane crash has raised serious questions. New reports suggest the pilot had mental health struggles. This tragedy could have been prevented.

Air India Flight 171 crashed shortly after takeoff in June. All 260 people onboard were killed. The world watched in horror as the investigation began.

Captain Sumeet Sabharwal flew the doomed plane. He reportedly battled depression and mental health issues. Sources say he took medical leave for these problems recently.

The airline downplayed these alarming reports. They claimed his leave was only for his mother’s death. But insiders reveal deeper struggles went unchecked.

Pilots face a dangerous trap with mental health. If they admit problems, they lose their jobs instantly. So they hide their struggles to keep flying.

This broken system puts passengers at grave risk. Airlines prioritize schedules over safety checks. Passengers deserve better protection from hidden dangers.

We need tougher mental health screenings for pilots. Regular psychological evaluations must replace self-reporting. Lives depend on fixing this glaring loophole.

Common sense tells us: safety comes before profits. Airlines must protect passengers first. This tragedy shows what happens when they fail.