New Delhi, July 12 -- More than a year after the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 claimed 260 lives, nearly 30 families of those who lost their loved ones have sent a letter to Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu.

Representing the interests of the deceased, the families requested five demands, citing alleged lack of communication and concerns regarding the integrity of the ongoing probe.

The letter urged the Ministry to ensure that the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) conducts independent simulator validation tests before issuing the Final Report, and that AAIB provides regular updates to the families every 15 or 30 days.

Additionally, one demand is that a clear timeline be announced for the Final Report and ...