Air India Flight Crashes on Takeoff from Ahmedabad Airport
Disaster Strikes on Morning Departure
An Air India flight heading for London Gatwick has crashed during takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Indian media and airline officials confirm.
The ill-fated flight, AI171, went down at around 9:50am local time near the airport perimeter in a densely populated area.
Crash Details So Far
- Flight crashed shortly after takeoff, producing massive plumes of smoke
- Over 200 passengers believed to be onboard
- Visuals show passengers being carried out on stretchers
- Casualties and injury counts remain unconfirmed
- Emergency services including fire crews and ambulances rushed to the scene
Air India Issues Brief Statement
“A flight from Ahmedabad to Gatwick was involved in an incident today. We are ascertaining details and will share further updates at the earliest.”
On-the-Ground Chaos in Populated Area
Local police confirm the aircraft crashed in a civilian area just outside airport boundaries. Indian TV footage shows injured passengers being evacuated to hospitals amid heavy emergency response.
Flight Snapshot
- Flight Number: AI171
- Route: Ahmedabad (AMD) to London Gatwick (LGW)
- Scheduled Departure: Morning of 12 June 2025
- Aircraft Type: Not yet confirmed
- Passenger Count: Estimated 100–200+
Investigation and Rescue Efforts Underway
Indian aviation authorities and Air India’s internal teams are leading rescue operations and crash investigations. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is expected to release a preliminary report soon.
Eyewitnesses say the plane struggled to gain altitude before the crash, but causes remain unconfirmed.
Stay Tuned for Updates
This is a breaking story. We will keep you posted on:
- Status of passengers and crew
- Ongoing rescue and medical responses
- Flight manifest and aircraft details
- Official statements from Air India and Indian authorities
📞 Concerned about loved ones on Flight AI171? Contact the Air India Emergency Hotline (number pending) or visit airindia.com for updates.
