Tragic Aviation Disaster: Air India Flight AI171 Crash

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, tragically crashed just five minutes after departing from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The flight, which was en route to London, carried 242 people, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The plane crashed into a residential area near Meghani Nagar, close to a medical college hostel. Eyewitnesses reported the aircraft descending rapidly before it exploded into a massive fireball, with thick smoke blanketing the sky. Sadly, no survivors were found, and the victims included nationals from India, the UK, Portugal, and Canada.

This devastating accident marks the first-ever fatal crash involving the Boeing 787, an aircraft previously known for its exemplary safety record. The aviation community has been deeply shaken, and condolences have poured in from around the world, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Emergency services are working tirelessly to support the families of the victims, and a full investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash. Authorities are focused on the critical moments leading up to the disaster, with immense pressure to uncover the truth behind the tragedy. The world mourns the loss of 242 lives, and the investigation continues to seek answers.