Air India flight crashes after Ahmedabad take-off

India Jun 12, 2025

An Air India flight headed to London Gatwick crashed just minutes after leaving Ahmedabad's airport on Thursday. The Boeing 787, carrying 242 people, sent a "Mayday" distress call soon after takeoff but reportedly got no response from Air Traffic Control.

Investigators will look into crash cause

The plane went down in a residential area, with thick black smoke seen rising from the crash site. Officials say communication was lost right after the distress call. Investigators are expected to look into what caused the crash and why there was a breakdown in communication. Air India hasn't shared details yet about casualties or injuries and says more updates will follow.