Thu Jun 12 09:20:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
An Air India plane, flight AI-171, en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people (including 12 crew members), crashed near Meghaninagar, just two minutes after taking off at 1:38 PM on Thursday. Rescue teams, including fire brigades, BSF, and NDRF, are on the scene. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB). Gujarat’s former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was reportedly on board.
**News Article:**
**Air India Flight Crashes Shortly After Takeoff in Ahmedabad; All 242 Aboard Feared Dead**
**Ahmedabad, Gujarat -** A devastating incident has occurred at Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, where Air India flight AI-171 crashed shortly after takeoff on Thursday afternoon. The flight, bound for London Gatwick, was carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members, totaling 242 people.
The plane, identified as a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, took off at 1:38 PM local time and crashed near Meghaninagar just two minutes later. Eyewitnesses reported seeing thick black smoke billowing from the crash site, with the aircraft reportedly bursting into flames upon impact.
Emergency services, including fire brigades, BSF, and NDRF teams, rushed to the scene. Firefighters are battling the blaze while rescue teams search for survivors. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and authorities have launched a full investigation.
“Air India is aware of the incident involving flight AI171. Our immediate priority is to assess the situation and provide all possible assistance,” said an Air India spokesperson. “We will share further updates as soon as they become available on our website and social media channels.”
Tragically, early reports suggest that there are no survivors. Among the passengers was believed to be former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, although this has yet to be officially confirmed.
The Air Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has dispatched a team to Ahmedabad to investigate the crash. The incident has sent shockwaves through the aviation industry and has prompted widespread condolences for the victims and their families.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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