Air India plane crashes at Ahmedabad airport

On Thursday, June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft was en route to London Gatwick Airport and was carrying 242 individuals, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. Incident Details The crash occurred near the Meghani Nagar area, just outside the airport's perimeter. Witnesses reported seeing the plane lose altitude before crashing into a building, resulting in a massive explosion and black smoke billowing into the sky. Casualties and Emergency Response The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has confirmed that at least 133 fatalities have been reported. The remaining 109 individuals, including passengers and crew, are unaccounted for, with their status whether injured or deceased still under investigation. Emergency services, including fire engines and ambulances, were promptly dispatched