Air India flight AI171 lost signal at 625 feet in Ahmedabad: Chilling data reveals what happened moments after takeoff
An
Air India
flight heading to London crashed in a crowded area near Meghaninagar in Ahmedabad on Thursday, just minutes after taking off from the
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
. The incident took place around 1:40 pm.
As per a TOI report quoting data from the flight-tracking platform Flightradar24, Flight AI171, bound for
London Gatwick
, lost signal at a very low altitude of just 625 feet, less than a minute after takeoff.
The plane reportedly crashed into a residential area, sparking a massive fire and creating panic among residents. Thick black smoke could be seen rising from the area.
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Deputy Commissioner of Police Kanan Desai said, 'We are still getting details about the casualties.'
Fire officer Jayesh Khadia confirmed that several fire engines were sent quickly to control the blaze. Emergency teams, including the police, fire brigade, and ambulances, started rescue and evacuation work without delay.
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Air India posted an update on X (formerly Twitter), saying: 'Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad–London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today, 12 June 2025. At this moment, we are ascertaining the details and will share further updates at the earliest on our website and our X handle.'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also spoke to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other top officials, promising full support from the central government to manage the crisis.
More details on what caused the crash are expected soon.
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