“Air India Ahmedabad to London Flight Incident: Latest Updates”

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12 JUNE 2025 FACT RECORDER

BREAKING: Air India Boeing 787 Crashes After Takeoff from Ahmedabad, Rescue Operations Underway

National Desk: Ahmedabad, – An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner operating as Flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London’s Gatwick Airport crashed shortly after takeoff this afternoon, triggering a massive emergency response. The aircraft, carrying 242 passengers and crew, went down minutes after departure, with reports indicating a sudden loss of altitude.

Key Updates on the Crash:

  1. Timeline of the Incident:

    • The flight took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport between 1 PM and 2 PM local time.

    • Preliminary data suggests the plane reached around 825 feet before rapidly descending.

    • Eyewitnesses reported a loud explosion followed by thick smoke near the crash site.

  2. Emergency Response:

    • Over two dozen ambulances, fire tenders, and disaster response teams rushed to the scene.

    • Several injured passengers have been transported to nearby hospitals, while rescue operations continue.

    • Authorities have cordoned off the area, diverting traffic to aid emergency efforts.

  3. Official Statements:

    • Air India confirmed the incident, stating: “We are ascertaining details and will share updates soon.”

    • Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu expressed shock, assuring “highest-level monitoring” and immediate relief efforts.

    • London Gatwick Airport acknowledged the flight was scheduled to land at 18:25 (local time).

  4. Tata Group & Air India Chairman’s Response:

    • N. Chandrasekaran expressed “profound sorrow”, extending condolences to affected families.

    • An emergency support team has been activated for relatives seeking information.

  5. Aviation Safety Concerns:

    • The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation.

    • This marks one of the worst aviation disasters in India in recent years, raising questions about aircraft safety protocols.

What’s Next?

  • Search & rescue operations remain the top priority.

  • Black box recovery will be crucial in determining the cause.

  • Authorities are expected to release passenger manifests and casualty figures in the coming hours.

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