Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashes minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad; emergency teams on high alert, multiple casualties feared.
Ahmedabad | June 12, 2025 – An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (Flight AI171) operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed shortly after takeoff this afternoon, with 242 passengers onboard, triggering a massive emergency response at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.
The tragic incident occurred between 1 pm and 2 pm IST, when the aircraft reportedly lost altitude shortly after reaching approximately 825 feet. Within minutes, the plane descended rapidly and crashed near the airport perimeter.
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Key Developments So Far:
- Visuals from the crash site showed dense smoke rising into the sky. Over two dozen ambulances and fire brigades have been deployed.
- Several injured passengers have already been moved to nearby hospitals. Emergency medical teams remain active on-site.
- Access to the airport and surrounding areas has been restricted, with traffic diversions imposed to facilitate rescue operations.
- The Ministry of Civil Aviation is monitoring the situation. Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said: “Shocked and devastated… I am personally monitoring the situation. All agencies have been directed to act swiftly and in coordination.”
- Air India issued a brief confirmation, stating: “Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad-London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today, 12 June 2025. We are ascertaining the details.”
- London Gatwick Airport, where the plane was expected to land at 18:25 BST, also confirmed the incident in a statement.
- Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran expressed deep sorrow, stating: “With profound grief, we confirm that AI171 was involved in a tragic accident. Our thoughts and condolences are with the affected families.”
“Our primary focus is on rescue, relief, and family support. A dedicated emergency centre has been activated.”
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As of now, casualty figures have not been officially confirmed, but rescue efforts are ongoing, and more details are expected shortly.
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