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Jun 14, 2025
Air India crash: Overhauled right engine under scrutiny
An Air India Boeing 787-8 crashed just after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, while heading to London Gatwick. Out of 242 people onboard, only one survived—a heartbreaking loss that's left families and communities reeling.
TL;DR
Investigation underway to determine the cause of the crash
Authorities are still figuring out what went wrong. Both engines had recent inspections—one as recently as April. The plane also passed a major check last year. For now, there are no clear answers.
Tata Group is compensating victims' families
Tata Group (Air India's parent company) is offering ₹1 crore in compensation to each victim's family and covering medical costs for survivors. They've also arranged relief flights so affected families can be together during this tough time.