<h1>Pilots' association seeks legally compelled inquiry under aviation rules into crash that killed 260, halting compromised administrative probe</h1> A pilots' association representing about 5,500 pilots has urged the government to order a judicial probe into the recent airliner crash that killed 260 people, alleging the ongoing administrative investigation is compromised and should be halted. The group requested a court of inquiry under domestic aviation rules, arguing a judicial process can compel testimony, summons and document production - including from international manufacturers - and prevent a premature 'pilot error' narrative. The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre and the aviation regulator on calls for an independent, expeditious probe, citing victims' families' privacy and dignity.