Air India Boeing 787 crashes on takeoff from Ahmedabad with 242 on board

An Air India flight crashed on Thursday, June 12, while attempting to take off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) in western India.

The flight, AI171, was bound for London Gatwick (LGW) with 242 people on board. The aircraft involved in the crash has been identified as a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, registered VT-ANB. The twin-aisle jet was delivered to Air India in 2014.

According to early reports from Indian television channels, the aircraft went down in a civilian area outside the airport perimeter shortly after beginning its take-off roll.

Unverified footage circulating on social media appears to show the aircraft losing altitude with its nose pitched upward.

#NDTVExclusive | The moment when London-bound Air India flight crashed in Ahemdabad pic.twitter.com/84ezILYgPo— NDTV (@ndtv) June 12, 2025

Footage from the scene shows flames and thick plumes of black smoke rising from burning debris, with emergency crews rushing to contain the blaze.

Several injured passengers have been evacuated from the scene and transported to local hospitals. Visuals aired by national broadcasters showed passengers being carried on stretchers and loaded into ambulances.

In a statement, Air India said: “Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad–London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today, 12 June 2025. At this moment, we are ascertaining the details and will share further updates.”

TATA Group Chairman and Air India’s parent company head, N. Chandrasekaran, later issued a confirmation:

“With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad–London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event.”

“At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families. We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted.”

Authorities have yet to confirm the number of injuries or fatalities. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and airport officials have reportedly launched an investigation into the incident.The post Air India Boeing 787 crashes on takeoff from Ahmedabad with 242 on board appeared first on AeroTime.

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