Air India Flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad (AMD) to London Gatwick (LGW), was involved in a tragic incident on June 12, 2025. According to reports, the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (registration VT-ANB) crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The flight, scheduled to depart at 09:50 local time and arrive in London at 18:25 local time, lost signal at 08:08:51 UTC, just seconds after takeoff at an altitude of 625 feet.

 

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  • Incident Details: The crash occurred during takeoff, with thick plumes of smoke reported at the site. Fire tenders and rescue teams were mobilized immediately, and visuals showed debris on fire with people being transported in ambulances. The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation, with weather conditions at the time noted as 37°C, 7kt wind speed, and 6000m visibility.
  • Official Response: Air India confirmed the incident and is ascertaining details, promising further updates via their official website and X handle. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has coordinated with Gujarat’s authorities to provide central government assistance. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu expressed shock and stated that rescue operations are underway, with all efforts focused on medical aid and relief support.
  • Passenger Information: Initial reports suggest over 150 passengers were on board, with some estimates indicating over 200. Details on survivors or casualties are still awaited, and officials are urging the public to rely on verified updates from airport displays or the airline.
  • Flight Context: AI171 operates multiple times weekly (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday) with an average flight duration of 9 hours 40 minutes, covering 6,849 km. Historically, the flight has an 84% on-time performance rate, with an average delay of 26 minutes.

For real-time updates, check Air India’s official website (www.airindia.com) (www.airindia.com) or their X handle (@airindia). Authorities recommend avoiding unverified sources due to conflicting reports, such as earlier references to the flight departing from Amritsar or arriving at Heathrow, which are incorrect for this incident.

Debri of Flight AI-171

Debri of Flight AI-171

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