{"id":81882,"date":"2025-06-12T17:08:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:08:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/ae\/blogs\/?p=81882"},"modified":"2025-06-12T17:08:57","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:08:57","slug":"tragic-air-india-flight-crash-in-ahmedabad-complete-timeline-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/ae\/blogs\/travel-news\/tragic-air-india-flight-crash-in-ahmedabad-complete-timeline-details\/","title":{"rendered":"Tragic Air India Flight Crash in Ahmedabad: Complete Timeline & Details"},"content":{"rendered":"

On June 12, 2025<\/strong>, tragedy struck near Ahmedabad\u2019s Sardar\u202fVallabhbhai Patel International Airport<\/strong>. Air India Flight\u202fAI171<\/strong>, a Boeing\u202f787\u20118 Dreamliner<\/strong>, en route to London Gatwick<\/strong>, crashed shortly after takeoff. Below, we break down the key facts, including passenger details, aircraft model, and flight disruptions.<\/p>\n

Flight Overview<\/h2>\n
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    Flight Number<\/strong>: AI171<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Aircraft<\/strong>: Boeing\u202f787\u20118 Dreamliner, registration VT\u2011ANB<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Route<\/strong>: Ahmedabad \u2192 London Gatwick<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Takeoff Time<\/strong>: 13:38 IST (08:08\u202fUTC) on June\u202f12, 2025<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Passenger & Crew Breakdown<\/h2>\n
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      A total of 242 individuals<\/strong> were on board the aircraft.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      This included 230 passengers<\/strong> and 12 crew members<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Among the passengers, 169 were Indian nationals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      53 passengers were from the United Kingdom<\/strong>, making it the second-highest group by nationality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      There were also 7 Portuguese nationals<\/strong> onboard.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Additionally, 1 Canadian national<\/strong> was confirmed to be among the passengers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Tragically, all individuals on board are presumed to have lost their lives in the crash.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Crash Details & Site<\/h2>\n

      The Boeing 787 Dreamliner reached approximately 625 feet<\/strong> before losing contact with air traffic control. It crashed into a residential area named Meghani\u202fNagar<\/strong>, near a doctors\u2019 hostel connected to B.J. Medical College<\/span>. The full fuel load used for the long-haul flight caused a severe explosion and fire, complicating rescue responses<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Investigation & Aftermath<\/h2>\n
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        This marks the first-ever fatal accident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner<\/strong><\/span> .<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)<\/strong>, along with the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)<\/strong>, has launched a comprehensive probe.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Early assessments suggest that all airport operations at Ahmedabad were temporarily suspended<\/strong> as emergency services and medical aid mobilized.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Flight Cancellations and Disruptions<\/h2>\n

        In the wake of the crash:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          Ahmedabad airport halted all arrivals and departures<\/strong>, as a safety precaution<\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          IndiGo and other carriers issued travel advisories<\/strong>, warning of potential delays and recommending that passengers reconfirm flights.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Air India<\/strong> set up emergency helplines and family assistance centers to provide updates and support.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Support & Condolences<\/h2>\n

          Both Indian and international leaders responded swiftly:<\/span><\/p>\n

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            PM Narendra Modi<\/strong> described the accident as \u201cheartbreaking beyond words,\u201d confirming constant communication with officials to help the families<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer<\/strong> and UK High Commission<\/strong> offered condolences and assistance, especially given the 53 British nationals aboard<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Air India\u2019s chairman<\/strong>, Natarajan\u202fChandrasekaran<\/strong>, and Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan\u202fNaidu<\/strong> both expressed deep sorrow and have pledged full support during the investigation<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight\u202fAI171<\/strong>, a Boeing\u202f787\u20118 Dreamliner, crashed just minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Tragically, all 242 occupants<\/strong>\u2014230 passengers and 12 crew\u2014lost their lives. Among them were individuals from India, the U.K., Portugal, and Canada<\/strong>. For now, flights are on hold at Ahmedabad, and investigations into the cause continue. Through these difficult times, Akbar\u202fTravels extends heartfelt condolences and practical guidance to travelers affected by this tragedy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            On June 12, 2025, tragedy struck near Ahmedabad\u2019s Sardar\u202fVallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Air India Flight\u202fAI171, a Boeing\u202f787\u20118 Dreamliner, en route to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff. Below, we break down the key facts, including passenger details, aircraft model, and flight disruptions. Flight Overview Flight Number: AI171 Aircraft: Boeing\u202f787\u20118 Dreamliner, registration VT\u2011ANB Route: Ahmedabad \u2192<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":81883,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[51],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nTragic Air India Flight Crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Air India Flight AI171 crashes in Ahmedabad with 242 on board. 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