<h1>ICAO expert granted observer status in investigation of fatal airliner crash killing 270 people</h1> Indian authorities granted observer status to an ICAO expert in the investigation of a fatal aircraft crash. A commercial airliner crashed into a medical facility shortly after takeoff, killing 270 people with one survivor. The investigation follows Chicago Convention protocols and includes a multi-disciplinary team with international representatives. Data extraction from black boxes is ongoing. Officials emphasized the transparent approach to the probe, noting ICAO's request for observer status was uncommon but approved.