An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (AI171) crashed soon after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, with 242 onboard, including ex-Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani. "It gave a MAYDAY call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft," the DGCA stated. The flight was heading to London and crashed outside the airport perimeter minutes after departure. The captain had 8,200 flying hours. PM Modi directed full support and is being kept updated. All flights from Ahmedabad are suspended. Air India posted, “We are ascertaining details,” and set up a helpline: 1800 5691 444 for families. (PC: X)

Air India Flight AI 171— a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people—crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport en route to London Gatwick. Vegetation in the Meghani Nagar residential area caught fire, with rescue units and seven fire engines dispatched promptly. Passengers included 169 Indians, 53 Britons, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian. Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was aboard, reportedly seated in business class. The aircraft sent a mayday call around 1:38 PM local time but lost communication before crashing within ten minutes. This marks the first hull loss of a Dreamliner; investigations by DGCA and AAIB are under way. (PC: X)

At least 40 people have been confirmed dead after Air India flight AI171, bound for London, crashed near Ahmedabad airport shortly after takeoff on Thursday. The aircraft carried 232 passengers and 10 crew members, including 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese citizens, and 1 Canadian. The crash site near Meghaninagar was engulfed in thick smoke, with fire brigades and emergency teams deployed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Home Minister Amit Shah and Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, instructing them to visit the site and ensure maximum assistance. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. 

On June 12, 2025, a London‑bound Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Flight AI171) crashed minutes after departing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, carrying 232 passengers and 12 crew. The aircraft lost contact after issuing a mayday call, crashing near the Meghaninagar residential area and igniting intense fire due to its full fuel load. Thick black smoke engulfed the crash site as emergency services including multiple fire engines and ambulances rushed in. Authorities sealed roads and dispatched NDRF teams, while Air India and aviation officials launched investigations, citing possible technical failure . No official casualty figures have yet been confirmed.

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI 171—a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner (VT‑ANB) carrying 232 passengers and 12 crew—crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, en route to London Gatwick. The aircraft climbed to just 625 ft and lost contact within a minute. It plummeted into the densely populated Meghani Nagar area at approximately 1:38 pm IST, triggering a massive fireball and black‑smoke plume. Six NDRF teams, fire services, ambulances and police launched rescue efforts amid airport shutdown. DGCA and Boeing have launched investigations. Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured full relief support. Air India’s chairman expressed deep sorrow; casualty details are pending.

Air India flight AI171 crashed within 5 minutes of takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, reaching just 625 feet before losing signal, FlightRadar confirmed. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bound for London Gatwick, had 242 people on board, including 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 1 Canadian, and 7 Portuguese citizens. The aircraft crashed near Meghaninagar, a residential area in Ahmedabad, at 1:38 PM. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said he is closely monitoring the situation and has directed swift emergency response. The airport has been shut temporarily. Rescue teams continue operations at the crash site; casualty figures remain unconfirmed. (PC: X)

The Air India aircraft that crashed near Ahmedabad on Thursday was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, flight AI 171 to London. Carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew, the plane went down shortly after takeoff. Known for its long-haul capabilities and advanced safety systems, the Dreamliner typically seats 242–290 and can fly over 13,000 km non-stop. It features fly-by-wire controls, Synthetic Vision System, and a composite lightweight body for fuel efficiency. The crash, now under DGCA investigation, is considered rare for such a modern aircraft. PM Narendra Modi has reviewed the situation. Rescue operations and technical assessments are underway. (PC: India Today)

Following the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI 171 near Ahmedabad airport, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and assured full support from the Centre. The Dreamliner aircraft, bound for London with 242 passengers, crashed minutes after takeoff. Shah expressed concern and pledged all possible assistance for rescue and relief efforts. Meanwhile, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu is en route to Ahmedabad to monitor the situation. Emergency response teams remain active at the crash site, with medical services and police aiding the injured and managing the area. Investigations are ongoing. (PC: X)

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating as Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff on Thursday afternoon. The aircraft was carrying 242 passengers. Air India confirmed the incident and stated it is working closely with emergency teams. "We are ascertaining details and will share verified updates," the airline said. Dramatic visuals showed thick smoke near the crash site. Over two dozen ambulances were deployed, and injured passengers have been taken to nearby hospitals. Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran expressed deep sorrow and said an emergency centre has been activated for families seeking assistance. (PC: X)

An Air India flight bound for London’s Gatwick airport crashed just five minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, operating as AI171, had 242 people onboard, including 230 passengers and 12 crew. The aircraft departed at 1:38 pm and went down near Meghaninagar, close to the airport. Thick smoke was seen billowing from the crash site, prompting the closure of Ahmedabad airport. Emergency services rushed to the scene as authorities began investigations. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed the crash. Air India has stated more details will be shared as confirmed.