Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner operating from Ahmedabad, Gujarat to Gatwick, London crashed today i.e. 12th June 2025. Here are the key details:
🛬 What Happened
- Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad today; the last radar contact was at an altitude of ~625 ft, just one minute into the flight.
- The aircraft plummeted into a residential area in Meghani Nagar, just outside the airport boundary.
- There were 232 passengers and 12 crew on board, totaling 244 occupants.
- Immediate response: Emergency services, including fire engines and medical teams, were dispatched rapidly to the site.
📊 Known Facts vs. Unknowns
| Confirmed | Still Under Investigation |
|---|---|
| Boeing 787-8 aircraft involved (tail VT‑ANB) | Number of casualties and injuries on board and on ground |
| Aircraft crashed within minutes of takeoff | Exact cause of crash—whether technical failure, human error, or environmental factors |
| Smoke and debris observed near Meghani Nagar | Potential damage to residential properties in the vicinity |
| Emergency teams engaged in rescue & relief | Timeline for final report by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and AAIB investigation |
🔎 What’s Next
- DGCA and AAIB teams will lead the formal investigation into the cause of the crash.
- Air India and authorities are setting up control centers to assist families, witnesses, and local residents.
- Safety of the Boeing 787 fleet will come under global scrutiny, as this marks the first-ever crash of a 787 since its introduction in 2009.
✨ Why It Matters
- This is the first crash of a Boeing 787 Dreamliner in its 16-year service history with more than 1,000 aircraft delivered globally. Though the aircraft has had some major and minor issues being reported in the past.
- The incident highlights potential issues in aviation safety, aircraft systems, pilot training, or airport procedures.
- The outcome of the investigation could affect global aviation regulations, public confidence, fleet operations, and airline policies.
🔍 Air India Official 24×7 Numbers (All India)
- 📞 +91 116 932 9333 or +91 116 932 9999
- 📞 MNHL Toll-Free (BSNL/MTNL): 1860 233 1407
These numbers are currently linked to the emergency operations for crash victim support.
🧭 Current Situation
- Rescue and relief operations are ongoing.
- Authorities have not yet confirmed any fatalities or number of wounded.
- Cause of the crash remains unknown; investigations are expected to take weeks or months.
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FAQs:
How many survived the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad?
At least one person have survived the crash so far. Vishwas aged 45 years, a British national who was seated on seat 11A (next to emergency gate) is currently undergoing treatment in Ahmedabad hospital. He was travelling with his brother Ajay seated on a different seat. There were total 242 people on board including 230 passengers and 12 crew members.
