Air India Flight 171 Crashes Shortly After Takeoff from Ahmedabad

In a devastating incident that has shocked the aviation world, an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner Flight 171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, en route to Gatwick Airport in London, on Thursday, June 12, 2025.

According to reports from Reuters, which cited local media and police sources, the aircraft was carrying an estimated 242 passengers and crew members when the tragedy occurred.

No official confirmation has been released yet regarding survivors or fatalities, but rescue efforts are believed to be ongoing.

Based on early data from Flightradar24, the plane had only climbed to 625 feet at a speed of 174 kilometers per hour before the crash.

Eyewitness videos, now circulating on social media, show thick black smoke billowing in the distance, suggesting a fiery impact.

The exact cause of the crash has not yet been confirmed, and both aviation authorities and Air India are expected to issue formal statements as investigations unfold.

Air India, owned by Tata Group, operates a fleet of 128 aircraft, comprising both Boeing and Airbus models, including the 787 Dreamliner involved in this crash.

The incident has renewed concerns over aviation safety standards, particularly involving long-haul international flights.

Authorities from India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and international aviation safety boards are expected to join the crash site investigation.

Global attention is now focused on uncovering the root cause, whether mechanical failure, human error, or external factors.