Air India crash: Identifying the crew members
An Air India flight headed for London crashed just after taking off from Ahmedabad on Thursday. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was carrying 242 people, including mostly Indian and British passengers. Sadly, over 130 lives were lost in the accident.
Flight down at just 625 feet
The plane, flown by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kunder, went down at just 625 feet. Thick black smoke was seen at the crash site, and all flights from Ahmedabad airport were put on hold right after.
DGCA investigating the matter
India's aviation authority (DGCA) is investigating to find out what went wrong and how to prevent this in future. Air India has shared its condolences with families and says it's working closely with officials during this tough time.
Why air safety matters
A modern aircraft crashing with so many casualties is a serious reminder of why air safety matters. Quick answers are needed—not just for those affected, but to help keep everyone safe going forward.