Air India Jet Crashes Near Ahmedabad After Takeoff – ‘Many’ Feared Dead 💔
Flight Details and Distress Call🚨
The aircraft, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner registered as VT-ANB, was en route to Gatwick Airport in the UK. It departed from Ahmedabad Airport at 1:39 p.m. local time (0809 GMT) from runway 23. Air traffic control confirmed that a “Mayday” distress signal was issued just moments after takeoff, before communication with the plane was lost.
Crash Location and Rescue Efforts📍
The plane crashed into a civilian residential area, including a building that housed a doctors’ hostel. “We've cleared about 70 to 80 percent of the area and are working to complete the rest,” reported a senior police officer at the scene.
Final Signal and Passengers Onboard📡
Flightradar24, an aviation tracking service, confirmed that the last signal from the aircraft was received seconds after takeoff. Onboard were 217 adults and 11 children, including:
- 169 Indian nationals🟢
- 53 British citizens🔵
- 7 Portuguese🟡
- 1 Canadian🟣
Visuals from the Scene🔥
Television footage showed thick black smoke and flames engulfing the crash site. Bystander videos captured the plane flying low over homes before disappearing from view, followed by an explosion. Emergency teams were seen evacuating injured individuals on stretchers as ambulances transported them to hospitals.
Airport Operations Suspended🛑
Ahmedabad Airport, operated by the Adani Group, has halted all flight operations indefinitely. “We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Flight 171,” said Gautam Adani, chairman of the Adani Group. “Our hearts go out to the families who have suffered unimaginable loss.”
🇮🇳 Government Response
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who hails from Gujarat, has instructed the aviation ministry to ensure full rescue and relief efforts. All relevant agencies are on high alert and working in close coordination.
India’s Deadliest Crash Since 2020📉
This marks India’s worst aviation disaster since 2020, when an Air India Express Boeing 737 overshot the runway in Kozhikode, killing 21.
Air India’s Statement and Support Efforts🏢
Now part of the Tata Group after its 2022 acquisition and 2024 merger with Vistara, Air India has established an emergency response center. Support teams are on the ground assisting affected families.
Our thoughts are with all those impacted by this devastating tragedy.🙏
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