The investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 crash has prompted discussions among aviation experts and officials regarding India's capability to lead the inquiry. Former Joint Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), J.S. Rawat, emphasized that the formation of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has significantly enhanced India's investigative capabilities, with sufficient manpower and equipment available. Group Captain Aurobindo Handa (Retd) and other experts concur that India possesses the necessary expertise to handle the investigation, though adherence to proper protocols is essential. Parvez Damania, former Executive Director of KFA, stated that neither Air India, DGCA, nor Boeing has any incentive to conceal the truth, underscoring the shared interest in uncovering the facts. Concerns were raised about conspiracy theories surrounding the crash, with calls for transparency and a measured approach to the investigation. The debate also highlighted that India should lead the investigation with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) acting as an observer. Meanwhile, the investigation has not yet appointed a chief investigator. The crash has also brought attention to the loss of two young Indian Air Force pilots, Squadron Leader Lokendra Singh Sindhu and Flight Lieutenant Rishi Raj Singh, whose deaths remain a poignant aspect of the ongoing discourse on aviation safety and accountability in India.