🛑 Ahmedabad Plane Crash Live: 169 Indians, 53 British Among Victims
Date: June 12, 2025
Location: Meghani Nagar, Ahmedabad
In a tragic development today, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.
👥 Passengers and Nationalities
- Total onboard: 242 (230 passengers, 12 crew)
- Indians: 169
- British nationals: 53
- Others: 7 Portuguese, 1 Canadian
📉 What Went Wrong
The aircraft reportedly issued a MAYDAY signal around 13:38 IST, barely five minutes after takeoff. It crashed at an altitude of just 625 feet into a residential area in Meghani Nagar. Eyewitnesses spoke of loud explosions, smoke, and debris flying across buildings.
🚑 Emergency Response
Fire services, NDRF teams, ambulances, and rescue units were dispatched to the scene immediately. The area was cordoned off and flights at Ahmedabad airport were temporarily suspended.
🧑✈️ About the Crew
- Captain: Sumeet Sabharwal (8,200+ flight hours)
- First Officer: Clive Kundar (1,100+ flight hours)
🔍 Investigation & Reactions
Authorities including DGCA and AAIB have launched a full-scale investigation. This is the first-ever hull loss of a Boeing 787 aircraft, raising questions about the aircraft’s safety systems. The Indian Civil Aviation Minister and UK's Prime Minister have both expressed condolences.
📢 Official Links
For updates, visit the Air India Official Website or the DGCA Portal.
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🙏 Final Words
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Stay tuned to GadgetNest.blog for real-time verified updates.
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