VIDEO: London-Bound Air India Flight Crashes Minutes After Take-Off from Ahmedabad
Air India Flight AI171 Crashes After Takeoff in Ahmedabad – Over 240 Onboard
Shock and sorrow ripple across the globe today as a London-bound Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad Airport. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating as Flight AI171, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members when the tragic incident occurred.
The aircraft crashed just minutes after departure at around 1:00pm local time. Eyewitnesses near Meghani Nagar — the residential area where the plane went down — described an inferno as homes caught fire and debris scattered across the streets.
Crash Video Footage Emerges
Watch: Aftermath of the crash site near Ahmedabad as first responders arrive.
Exclusive Clip: The footage captures smoke, chaos, and the heroic response of emergency services within minutes of the crash. Sirens wail in the background as firefighters, police, and paramedics battle flames and clear wreckage.
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Casualty Count and Rescue Efforts
While the exact number of fatalities has not been confirmed, rescue teams have been deployed from multiple districts. Military backup and disaster response units are assisting civilian services. A crisis response center has been set up for families at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.
Boeing is expected to send engineers and investigators to join the Indian civil aviation authority’s inquiry. Early witness accounts and air traffic recordings will form part of the initial investigation.
Global Response and Condolences
Leaders across the world — including the Prime Ministers of India and the United Kingdom — have issued public condolences. Social media has been flooded with prayers, #AI171 updates, and questions about aircraft safety standards.
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This tragedy serves as a harsh reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictability of air travel. As the world mourns, investigators will work tirelessly to uncover what went wrong and how such disasters can be prevented in the future.
π Posted on: June 12, 2025 | π·️ Labels: Air India Crash, Flight AI171, Ahmedabad, International News, NSMedia
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