Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft crashed
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Air India Boeing 787 crashes leaving over 200peope dead

12 June 2025
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An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft crashed this morning shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad.

The London-bound aircraft crashed into the Meghani area of Ahmedabad in the Indian state of Gujarat, sending up spirals of black smoke and setting off an emergency rescue response.

According to a Times of India report, the aircraft was carrying 242 people onboard, including 230 passengers, 10 crew, and 2 pilots, and there’s no news about casualties released yet, but the crash was confirmed by owners of the carrier, Tata Group, on social media.

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“With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in a tragic accident today. “Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event,” Air India stressed in a statement.

Furthermore, Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu expressed shock over the accident, saying, “We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action.”

Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft crashed

In conclusion, we call upon the government of India to protect and support the families of the people who have lost their lives.

written by @enock katamba

enock katamba
enock katamba
Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.