BREAKING NEWS: Air India Flight AI171 Crashes Near Ahmedabad, Gujarat
By Asiatic International Corp | June 12, 2025

Pilots of Air India Flight AI 171: Captain Sumeet Sabharwal

(Pilot in Command, Line Training Captain with 8200 hours of experience) First Officer Clive Kundar

(Co-pilot with 1100 hours of flying experience)

In a tragic turn of events today, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner flying from Ahmedabad to London, crashed shortly after takeoff near the Meghani area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The plane took off at 1:38 PM and crashed at 1:40 PM. There were 242 passengers onboard, including the captain, first officer, and ten cabin crew.

According to preliminary reports, the Aircraft experienced an unspecified technical failure shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Eyewitnesses reported seeing smoke trailing from one of the engines before the plane descended quickly and crashed in a semi-urban area near the city's edge.

Immediate Response

Fire departments, disaster response teams, and medical personnel rushed to the scene. Rescue efforts are ongoing. The number of passengers on board and any casualties have yet to be officially confirmed by Air India or the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

Airline Statement

Air India issued a brief statement expressing its deep concern and confirming that an emergency response has been initiated. "We are closely collaborating with local authorities and Aviation agencies to investigate the incident and ensure passenger safety," the statement read.

Aviation Experts Weigh In

Asiatic International Corp., a company closely associated with the Aviation industry, extends its condolences to all those affected by this tragic event. Incidents involving the Boeing 787 are extremely rare, as it is considered one of the most advanced and safest long-haul Aircraft in service.

Ongoing Investigation

The DGCA, along with Boeing and the Airport Authority of India, is expected to launch a comprehensive investigation into the cause of the crash. Flight data recorders (black boxes) will play a key role in understanding the sequence of events that led to this disaster.

A Call for Vigilance

Following this incident, Aviation authorities across the country are expected to review operational protocols, particularly for wide-body international departures. The Aviation community watches closely as the investigation unfolds.

Asiatic International Corp. will continue to monitor this developing story and provide verified updates as they become available. Our prayers go out to the passengers, crew, and families impacted by this tragic event.