Crash Report: Air India Flight AI171 – Ahmedabad, India
Date of Incident: June 12, 2025
Prepared on: June 13, 2025
Compiled by: [Your Name or Organization]
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1. Overview of Incident
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (tail number VT‑ANB), crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad Airport en route to London Gatwick. The aircraft went down approximately 30 seconds after takeoff, impacting the BJ Medical College hostel premises in Ahmedabad.
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2. Flight Details
Flight Number: AI171
Aircraft Type: Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
Registration Number: VT-ANB
Departure Time: 13:38 IST
Origin: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad
Destination: London Gatwick Airport
Total Occupants: 242 (230 passengers, 12 crew)
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3. Casualties
Onboard Fatalities: 241
Onboard Survivors: 1
Ground Fatalities: 28 (including medical students and staff)
Ground Injuries: Approximately 60
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4. Survivor Statement
The sole survivor, Mr. Vishwash Ramesh, a British national seated in 11A, recounted engine failure sounds, flickering cabin lights, and a sharp downward motion before the impact. He managed to escape through an emergency exit and was later found injured but stable. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with him on June 13 during a hospital visit.
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5. Crash Site and Recovery
Impact Location: Hostel building, BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad
Recovery Status:
Wreckage located and contained
Fire and emergency crews completed recovery operations by nightfall on June 12
Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) recovered on June 13; one was slightly damaged
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6. Investigation Details
Lead Investigative Agency: Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), India
Assisting Agencies:
U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
U.K. Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Boeing
GE Aerospace
Focus Areas:
Engine performance
Flap/landing gear status
Flight control systems
Cockpit communication and crew actions
Preliminary Reports Expected: Within one week pending black box analysis
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7. Immediate Safety Actions
Directed by DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation):
Mandatory safety inspections of all Air India Boeing 787-8/9 aircraft
Temporary flight restrictions and fleet checks initiated
Boeing Statement: The company pledged full cooperation and committed to transparent updates as the investigation proceeds
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8. Government and Airline Response
Prime Minister's Visit: PM Modi personally reviewed the crash site and met with the survivor and emergency responders
Air India: Extended condolences, launched internal safety audit, and offered full support to investigators
Public Support: DNA testing underway for victim identification and family assistance programs activated
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9. Conclusion
The crash of Flight AI171 is the deadliest aviation accident in India in over a decade and marks the first fatal hull loss of a Boeing 787 aircraft. With 241 onboard fatalities and severe ground casualties, this incident has prompted international collaboration to uncover the cause and prevent future occurrences. Full results from the black box data and formal investigative reports are awaited.
