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🛫 Incident Overview
🛫 Incident Overview
On June 12, 2025, Flight AI171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner (registration VT‑ANB), crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport en route to London Gatwick. It collided with the hostel block of B.J. Medical College in Meghani Nagar, Ahmedabad
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The aircraft lost contact at around 625 feet altitude, approximately 30 seconds to five minutes after takeoff, and burst into flames upon impact
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🎯 Casualties & Survivor
On board: 242 people (230 passengers and 12 crew). Tragically, 241 onboard were killed, with one survivor, 40‑year‑old British‑Indian Vishwash Kumar Ramesh (seat 11A), who emerged from the wreckage with minor injuries
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On the ground: At least 38–50 people in the medical college were also killed, with 60+ injured
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📌 Recovery & Identification
As of June 17, 83 bodies have been handed over to families, and 125 victims identified via DNA testing. Authorities report that 125 samples have been matched, and 124 families have been notified
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Both the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder (black boxes) were recovered, crucial for the ongoing investigation
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🕵 Investigation & Response
A high-level multidisciplinary panel, led by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, has been set up and is expected to submit a report within three months
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The DGCA, along with India’s AAIB, UK AAIB, and the US NTSB, are examining all angles—including dual engine failure, possible bird strikes, flap/gear configuration, and aircraft performance
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The DGCA has initiated a safety audit of Air India’s Boeing 787 fleet, with inspections ongoing and some flights grounded temporarily for checks
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🌍 Broader Impact & Reactions
This is the first fatal crash involving a Boeing 787, shaking confidence in both the aircraft and Air India's safety protocols
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Prime Minister Modi, civil aviation minister, and international leaders including the UK, Canada, China, and Pakistan have expressed condolences and stepped up support .
Boeing shares dropped sharply following the crash, and Air India’s parent Tata Group announced compensation packages of ₹1–1.5 crore per deceased passenger and full coverage for the survivor's medical needs
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🔍 What’s Next
Final crash investigation report (expected within 3 months) to clarify causes and recommend safety enhancements.
DGCA’s audit findings for the 787 fleet and any subsequent operational adjustments.
Compensation disbursement progress and support measures for victims' families.
Speed and transparency of black box analysis and public updates on findings.
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