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India • Jun 14, 2025

Air India crash: Boeing 787s inspection and DNA testing

Air India flight AIC 171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed just after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, taking 241 lives and leaving the country stunned. In response, authorities have initiated a full investigation and are reviewing all Boeing 787s in India to make sure they're safe.

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DNA testing is underway to help identify victims

DNA testing is underway to help identify victims, with the government promising support for families affected. The aviation regulator has ordered immediate checks on all 34 Dreamliners in the country—eight have already been inspected. Officials have also recovered the black box, which should help explain what went wrong. A high-level committee is working on a detailed safety report due in three months to help prevent future tragedies.