One of the bloodiest tale in the history of Indian aviation was the crash of Indian Airlines Flight IC-113 from Mumbai 15.45 a m (All times are Indian Time, I T) to Ahmedabad on the afternoon of June 12, 2025. Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, and most of the people aboard were killed along with some on the ground. The plane was bound for London Gatwick Airport but suddenly dropped in the air and fell rammed into a residential hostel building.
The Flight and a Fatal Descent
The plane was bound for Dubai and was airborne at 1:39 p.m. IST with 242 people on board, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The passengers included children, international students and foreign nationals. The Dreamliner, headed for London, didn’t make it far off the ground before sending out a distress call. Within seconds, the plane crashed into the doctors’ hostel in B.J. Medical College, situated in thickly populated Meghani Nagar of Ahmedabad.
The crash site quickly became a tableau of destruction, with flames and smoke bursting through piles of rubble that stretched for several blocks. Witnesses said the plane seemed to be losing altitude and then went into a nosedive. Teams of emergency responders raced to the scene, contending with fire and wreckage to search for any possible survivors.
Devastating Casualties
The crash killed at least 241 people, nearly all the passengers as well as crew members. The aircraft crashed into the building’s dining hall during In addition, a number of residents of the hostel were killed or wounded when the plane hit it.
The Indian leader showed great sadness, describing it as a “national disaster” Global leaders, such as the UK leader and King Charles, offered sympathy to the relatives of the deceased. Sad families met at hospitals and airports, urgently looking for news about their relatives.
Aircraft Details and Possible Cause
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed was around 11 years old and had been with Air India’s group since 2014. It was a commonly used plane for long trips and had a great safety history—until this event.
Importantly, the landing gear remained lowered, and the flaps were not completely pulled back, indicating a possible issue during the ascent or engine problem. Authorities are now examining the black box flight data recorder and cockpit voice recorder for more clues.
Investigation and AftermathIndia’s aviation authority, the AAIB, and engineers from Boeing and GE Aerospace have started a thorough examination.
Engine data: Air traffic control communication:
Aircraft maintenance records:
Healthcare groups are operating continuously to locate individuals using genetic analysis. Support groups and urgent help centers are available for relatives. Air travel at the Ahmedabad airport restarted a few hours post-crash, but with increased safety measures and close observation.
Community Resilience
Despite the disaster, the reaction from nearby neighborhoods has been uplifting. Many people offered to give blood, supply meals to aid workers, and assist families in mourning. Various nearby inns and charity organizations provided complimentary accommodation and guidance to the families of those affected.
A Tragic Reminder
The crash of the Ahmedabad plane serves as a stark warning that even the most sophisticated planes can still face catastrophic events. It has ignited fresh discussions about air travel security, pilot education, and crisis procedures. As the country grieves, there is a shared demand for openness, responsibility, and preventive changes in air travel.
This event will surely be recalled for a long time—not only because of its size but also due to the human lives it sadly claimed. May their souls rest in peace, and may the lessons learned from this event guide the future of safer skies.
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