Air India responds to Ahmedabad plane crash

India Jun 12, 2025

An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner, carrying 244 people from Ahmedabad to London, crashed just five minutes after takeoff on Thursday near Meghani Nagar. Eyewitnesses saw explosions and heavy smoke at the crash site—a sudden tragedy that's shaken many.

First-ever crash involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Rescue teams rushed in right away, with fire and emergency crews on the scene within minutes. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has started looking into what went wrong. This is actually the first-ever crash involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner since it started flying in 2011, making it a major moment for global aviation.

Air India shares deepest condolences

Air India shared its deepest condolences with families affected by the crash and is working closely with investigators.