✈️ Ahmedabad Plane Crash 2025 : Deadliest Air India Disaster in Indian Aviation History

Meta Description : On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171 crashed in Ahmedabad killing over 240 people. Discover full details, causes, victim list, and investigation updates.

📰 Breaking News: Air India Flight AI171 Crashes in Ahmedabad, 269 Dead

In one of the worst aviation disasters in Indian history, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed just seconds after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, on June 12, 2025. The plane crashed into the B.J. Medical College hostel, killing 241 of 242 people onboard and at least 28 on the ground, bringing the total death toll to over 269.

✅ This was the deadliest single-plane crash in India’s history.

🛫 Flight & Crash Details

• Flight: AI171 (Ahmedabad to London Gatwick)
• Aircraft: Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
• Takeoff Time: 1:39 PM IST
• Crash Site: B.J. Medical College hostel, ~1.5 km from airport
• Survivors: 1 lone passenger miraculously survived

Eyewitnesses described the aircraft struggling to gain altitude, with one engine reportedly on fire before crashing into the hostel building, causing a massive explosion and fire.

🔍 What Caused the Crash ?

A Mayday call was made just seconds after takeoff. Investigators are analyzing the flight data recorder (black box) recovered from the wreckage.

🔎 Investigation Agencies Involved:

• Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), India
• National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), USA
• Boeing & General Electric (engine manufacturer)
• UK’s Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB)

The aircraft was 11 years old and maintained regularly by Air India, raising questions about mechanical failure or software issues.

👥 Victims & Nationalities

• Indian Citizens: 169
• British Citizens: 53
• Portuguese: 7
• Canadian: 1
• Survivor: Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a British-Indian student

On the ground, the crash caused heavy casualties at the medical hostel, including at least 5 medical students and several hospital staff.

🌍 International Reaction

• 🇮🇳 Prime Minister Narendra Modi: “A national tragedy. My deepest condolences.”
• 🇬🇧 UK PM Keir Starmer: “A dark day for families across Britain and India.”
• 🇺🇸 US President Donald Trump: “Ready to support India during this tragic moment.”

Boeing issued a statement expressing “deep sorrow” and confirmed full cooperation with Indian authorities.

💰 Economic & Aviation Impact

• Boeing Shares: Fell by 5% in a single day
• Insurance Liability: Estimated ₹1,200 crore ($150M+)
• Air India: Faces major operational and PR crisis

This is the first fatal crash of a Boeing 787 since its introduction, impacting public trust in long-haul flights globally.

📸 Eyewitness Statements

“The plane was wobbling. Seconds later, a fireball engulfed the sky. People were screaming.” – Local shopkeeper

“I don’t know how I’m alive. There were bodies all around.” – Survivor Vishwash Kumar

Videos from the scene showed flames, thick black smoke, and emergency personnel pulling out charred bodies and survivors.

🧾 Timeline of Events

💡 What Happens Next ?

The final report by the AAIB and global agencies may take 6–12 months. Meanwhile:

• Families are being offered ₹25 lakh compensation
• Air India has grounded 6 similar aircrafts pending checks
• The survivor will be key to understanding the crash

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