Ahmedabad to London Flight Crashes
Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, from Ahmedabad to London crashed 5-9 minutes after take-off in Meghani Nagar, Ahmedabad. 242 people on board, more than 30 bodies recovered, rescue operation is underway. Bird strike could be a possible reason. A detailed probe is underway.
- Date & Time: June 12, 2025, around 1:38 PM East – This flight took off from Ahmedabad, which was going to Gatwick (London)
- Aircraft: Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner (VT‑now), about 11 years old
- Crashed 5–9 minutes after takeoff, emergency “Mayday” call was also sent
- Total 242 people – 230 passengers + 12 crew members (2 pilots, 10 cabin crew)
Crash Location & Effects:
- The plane crashed in Meghnai Nagar Residential Area of Ahmedabad. It was damaged after crashing above the doctors’ hostel.
- 30-35 bodies were recovered but there could be more casualties
| What Happened | Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed shortly after takeoff in the Meghani Nagar area |
|---|---|
| Onboard | 242 people (169 Indians, 53 British, 7 Portuguese, 1 Canadian) |
| Casualties | 30–35 bodies recovered so far, more injured |
| Rescue Efforts | NDRF, BSF, firefighters, and hospital teams deployed for rescue and aid |
| Reaction | Government leaders expressed shock; support teams and emergency hotlines activated |
| Investigation | AAIB, DGCA, and Boeing are investigating — this is the first fatal crash involving a Boeing 787 |