[India Watch #02] Air India Flight AI171 Tragedy – The Deadliest Crash in India's Modern Aviation
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171 crashed after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 241 people. Learn what happened and why this tragedy matters. Table of Contents Introduction The Incident: What Happened to Flight AI171? Casualties and the Sole Survivor Investigation and Preliminary Findings Global Response and Impacts Frequently Asked Questions Conclusion Introduction On June 12, 2025, India experienced one of the darkest days in its aviation history. Air India Flight AI171, operating a routine international service from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, had carried hundreds of passengers and crew. Within seconds of departure, the flight encountered catastrophic failure, ultimately plunging into a residential and medical complex near the airport. The devastating crash claimed 241 lives onboard and several more on the ground, leaving just one known survivor. This article aim...