An Air India flight headed for London Gatwick suffered a tragic crash just moments after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday. Flight AI171, carrying over 240 people, lost contact approximately one minute into its ascent, prompting a mayday call that went unanswered. Eyewitnesses reported the aircraft crashing into a residential area, specifically a doctors' hostel in Meghani Nagar, leading to significant chaos and emergency response efforts.
Air India Flight AI171 Crashes Shortly After Takeoff in Ahmedabad
Air India Flight AI171 Crashes Shortly After Takeoff in Ahmedabad
An Air India passenger plane bound for London crashed shortly after departing from Ahmedabad, resulting in a tragic event with multiple casualties.
Air India confirmed that the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was involved in the accident, with passengers including 53 British nationals. As authorities initiated search and rescue operations, they expressed fears of potential casualties among both passengers and locals. Immediate support has been mobilized to assist victims and their families, while international reactions have poured in from leaders in India and the UK, both expressing profound sadness at the event.
The aircraft has been in service for over 14 years and was recently acknowledged by Boeing for its milestone of carrying a billion passengers. Air India has pledged full cooperation with investigating authorities and has established hotlines for concerned families. As the situation develops, both nations' leaders are staying connected with the ongoing rescue efforts and casualty assessments.
The aircraft has been in service for over 14 years and was recently acknowledged by Boeing for its milestone of carrying a billion passengers. Air India has pledged full cooperation with investigating authorities and has established hotlines for concerned families. As the situation develops, both nations' leaders are staying connected with the ongoing rescue efforts and casualty assessments.
