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India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
'Going back happily, happily, happily...,' British passenger's last Instagram post moments before Ahmedabad plane crash
Moments before the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171 in Ahmedabad, two British nationals were captured smiling and sharing a light moment in what would become their final video. In a story shared on their wellness platform, Wellness Foundry, founders Jamie Ray Meek and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek appeared cheerful and relaxed as they waited to board the ill-fated flight. With a warm smile to the camera, Fiongal stated, 'We are at the airport. Just boarding. Goodbye India'. Jamie followed with, 'And now we fly back to England.' 🚨 Jamie Ray Meek, a British citizen listed as a passenger on Air India Flight 171, reportedly shared a final Instagram Story shortly before takeoff. He appears on the official manifest under GBR 149261531. A video believed to be his last post.#India #Crash #Ahmedabad #Boeing… — the Pulse (@thePulseGlobal) June 12, 2025 Fiongal signed off the video with a bright smile, saying, 'Going back happily, happily, happily… calm,' his tone full of cheer and lightness — unaware it would be one of his final moments captured on camera. According to the media reports, the Instagram story has since been deleted. The Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating as flight AI 171, was en route to London from Ahmedabad when it crashed shortly after takeoff, with 242 people on board — including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The aircraft came down in a densely populated locality near the airport. The Gujarat government has mobilised three teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), comprising 90 personnel, from Gandhinagar to the crash site to aid rescue operations. The Ahmedabad City Police has released an emergency helpline number for assistance and information related to the crash. 'Ahmedabad City Police Emergency Number for Police Emergency Services and necessary information related to the Ahmedabad Plane Crash 07925620359,' Ahmedabad Police stated in a post on X.
India Today
2 days ago
- India Today
Going back happily: British nationals in last video before Air India flight crash
Shortly before the fatal crash of Air India flight AI171 in Ahmedabad, two British nationals waiting to board the plane were seen joking and smiling in what would become their final a story posted to their wellness page, Wellness Foundry, founders Jamie Ray Meek and Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek appeared in good spirits as they waited to board their flight. advertisement'We are at the airport. Just boarding. Goodbye India,' said Fiongal, smiling at the camera. Jamie added, 'And now we fly back to England,' as the two bantered light-heartedly. Catch the latest updates on Air India flight crashFiongal ended the clip saying, 'Going back happly happily, happily calm,' in a tone that was upbeat and above story has since been Instagram story shared by Jamie showed the duo at a hotel in Ahmedabad with a Devdas song playing in the background. The video, geotagged at The House of MG, was uploaded around 1 pm on Thursday — just moments before the flight took off. Tragically, the flight they boarded from Ahmedabad — Air India AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner — crashed just moments after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing at least 204 people and injuring 41 aircraft was carrying 242 people, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. Among them were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese aircraft, which was headed to London's Gatwick Airport, plummeted into a government hospital hostel compound near the airport after issuing a "MAYDAY" call.A chilling video taken moments after takeoff showed the plane struggling to stay airborne before it nose-dived and exploded in a massive Police Commissioner GS Malik confirmed the death of 204 people and said the condition of the injured was extremely critical. Three medical students were among those killed, with several others hospitalized, according to Dr Mehul Shah of the Indian Medical Minister Narendra Modi, calling the crash a national tragedy, directed Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu to oversee relief DGCA and Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau have launched an inquiry into the cause of the rescue operations continued at the crash site, international leaders expressed their condolences. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the incident "devastating," while the European Commission and leaders from neighbouring countries stood in solidarity with Watch
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: British passenger's final goodbye viral video becomes haunting reminder of lives lost: Watch
What was meant to be a serene farewell has now become an immortalised moment of tragedy. A video posted by British passenger Jamie Ray Meek, moments before boarding Air India Flight AI171, has become one of the last visible glimpses of life before the devastating Ahmedabad plane crash that killed all 242 onboard. The plane crashed directly on the BJ Medical College UG hostel mess in Meghani Nagar. Many MBBS students have lost their lives.💔#AhmedabadPlaneCrash #planecrashinahmedabad A peaceful farewell that turned into a tragedy Two British nationals, who run The Wellness Foundry, posted a video from the #Ahmedabad airport on Instagram before boarding Air India flight 171, which crashed shortly after take-off. "Goodbye India, 10-hour flight to England... Going back happily calm," one of them said.… Meek, a yoga practitioner and director of The Wellness Foundry, had travelled across Gujarat with his partner Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek. Just hours before takeoff, the couple shared glimpses of their final night in Ahmedabad on Instagram, savouring a Gujarati thali and describing their experience as 'magical.' The next morning, Meek filmed a short farewell at the airport. In the video, both appeared calm, content, and reflective. He mentioned they were about to board a 10-hour flight back to London, expressing gratitude for the trip and even shared a personal lesson—'not to lose patience with your partner.' His words were light-hearted, filled with warmth, and tragically, final. The flight that never made it Air India Flight AI171 departed from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1:38 PM, bound for London Gatwick. Just minutes later, the Boeing 787-8 aircraft crashed in the Meghaninagar area, causing a massive blaze and reducing hopes to ash and rubble. Tragic News 🚨On one side the Plane crashed and on the other side its debris fell on the Medical College Hostel which is badly for the safety of students 🙏 #planecrash #Ahmedabad Among the passengers were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British citizens, seven Portuguese and one Canadian. None survived. Jamie and Fiongal were confirmed among the deceased. Air India has set up a helpline number (1800 5691 444) for grieving families. Global leaders react Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the tragedy has left the nation 'stunned and heartbroken,' as he ordered immediate relief efforts and dispatched senior ministers to Ahmedabad. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the crash 'devastating' and assured ongoing updates and support. My heart breaks for the lives lost in today's Ahmedabad Air India crash. In deep mourning, we're deferring the #Kanappa trailer release by one day and canceling tomorrow's Indore pre‑release event. My prayers are with the families during this unimaginably difficult time. 💔 Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated that crisis response teams were active in Delhi and London. Buckingham Palace confirmed that King Charles III is being kept informed, and Russian President Vladimir Putin sent condolences, calling it a "deeply tragic" event. Breaking Tragedy 💔 In a horrifying incident Air India flight bound from Ahmedabad to Birmingham crashes moments after takeoff!💔 242 lives were aboard…🚨 Massive rescue operations underway at the crash prayers for everyone's safety, may every soul be safe.… As the world mourns, Jamie's final words, once a gentle sign-off, have become an emotional symbol of the 242 voices that will never speak again.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Ahmedabad plane crash victim's final ‘Goodbye India' post is now a haunting reminder of life's uncertainty
A routine farewell video shared by a British passenger just before boarding Air India Flight AI171 has now become a haunting reminder of the tragic flight that never made it home. The video, recorded at Ahmedabad airport by Jamie Ray Meek, captured a calm and smiling goodbye just hours before the aircraft crashed minutes after takeoff, killing all 242 people onboard. What began as a peaceful end to a holiday has now become one of the final glimpses into the lives lost in one of the worst aviation disasters in recent memory. A Calm Farewell Before Disaster Jamie Meek, a yoga practitioner and director of The Wellness Foundry, had been visiting Gujarat with his partner, Fiongal Greenlaw-Meek. On the night before their flight, the couple posted a series of Instagram stories from their stay at The House of MG, a heritage hotel in Ahmedabad. Meek reflected on the "magical experience" of the trip, calling the evening complete after enjoying a traditional Gujarat thali. The next morning, he filmed a short video at the airport, appearing relaxed and in good spirits. 'We are at the airport just boarding. Goodbye India on a 10-hour flight back to London,' he said. Speaking alongside Fiongal, he shared a light-hearted reflection: 'My biggest takeaway is to not lose your patience with your partner... Going back happily, happily, happily calm.' The video has since been widely shared online, offering a deeply human perspective just moments before disaster struck. Crash Details and Immediate Response Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, took off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1:38 PM, bound for London Gatwick. Within minutes, the aircraft lost altitude and crashed near Dharpur in the Meghaninagar area. Eyewitnesses reported thick smoke rising from the crash site as emergency teams rushed to the scene. The flight carried 169 Indian nationals, 53 British passengers, seven Portuguese citizens, and one Canadian. Among the victims was Meek, along with his partner. Air India confirmed that no one survived the crash. A helpline has been set up to assist families: 1800 5691 444. Global Reactions and Support Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the crash as 'heartbreaking beyond words' and directed senior ministers to visit Ahmedabad and lead relief efforts. Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and Home Minister Amit Shah were both asked to ensure all assistance is provided to the affected families. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the news 'devastating,' and said he was being briefed as the situation developed. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy expressed his sorrow online, confirming that crisis teams had been deployed in both London and Delhi to support those impacted. Buckingham Palace confirmed that King Charles III is being kept informed. Russian President Vladimir Putin also extended his condolences to India, calling it a tragic event and offering sympathy to the families.
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
News18 Evening Digest: Ahmedabad Plane Crash, US-Iran Nuclear Talks & Other Top Stories
Last Updated: We are also covering: UK Citizen's Haunting Final Instagram Post Before Air India Flight Crash, US-Iran Talks In Muscat On June 15 Amid Heightened West Asia Tensions. In today's evening digest, News18 brings you the latest in the Ahmedabad plane crash, as the world mourns the tragedy in Gujarat. We are also covering developments in other areas, such as the US-Iran talks and the rumoured India-New Zealand series next year. Air India Flight Carrying 242 Crashes In Ahmedabad In One Of India's Worst Aviation Disasters An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people, crashed just moments after taking off from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon, marking one of the most catastrophic aviation disasters in India's history. The flight, AI171, was en route to London's Gatwick and had 232 passengers and 10 crew members on board. The aircraft crashed into a doctors' hostel attached to a nearby medical college, killing several students on the ground. Haunting visuals from the site showed the mangled wreckage piercing through the dining hall, with shattered walls and uneaten plates of food- a chilling testament to the suddenness of the tragedy. READ MORE Double-Engine Failure Could Be Behind Air India Ahmedabad Crash, But Too Early To Conclude: Sources What led to the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday? While the Directorate of Civil Aviation and Air India are probing the reasons behind the tragic crash, sources have told CNN-News18 that it could be double-engine failure, but it's still too soon to confirm. Reports say the pilot of the flight AI-171 enroute from Ahmedabad to London gave a Mayday call to the Air Traffic Control. Sources say that a Mayday call is sent out by the pilot when both the engines of the aircraft have failed. READ MORE A British passenger, Jamie Ray Meek, shared a final Instagram video just moments before boarding the ill-fated Air India Flight AI171. The video, now widely shared on social media, captures a smiling Jamie Ray Meek at Ahmedabad airport saying goodbye to India and reflecting on his journey. 'We are at the airport just boarding. Goodbye India on a 10-hour flight back to London," Meek says in the video, appearing calm and upbeat. As he chats with another person who briefly appears beside him, he adds, 'My biggest takeaway is to not lose your patience with your partner," followed by a gentle smile and the words, 'Going back happily, happily, happily calm." READ MORE The crash of Air India Flight AI171 in Ahmedabad marked a grim milestone for global aviation: the first fatal crash and hull loss involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner since its commercial debut in 2011, according to Boeing's Statistical Summary of Commercial Jet Airplane Accidents. As per Boeing, there are over 1,175 Dreamliners in service, which account for 2,100 flights each day. The aircraft, carrying 242 people, including 232 passengers and 10 crew members, was en route to London Gatwick when it crashed just minutes after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. READ MORE The United States will hold talks with Iran in Muscat on June 15, Oman's Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi confirmed on Thursday. The developments come amid heightened tensions in West Asia. 'I am pleased to confirm the 6th round of Iran US talks will be held in Muscat this Sunday," Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said in a post on X. READ MORE New Zealand's white-ball team is all set to visit India for an eight-match tour in January 2026, according to a report in The Times of India. They last toured India in the second half of last year, but just for a red-ball series, which they ended up winning by a 3-0 margin in a ruthless fashion. The reports says that the tour might begin on Sunday, January 11 and includes three ODIs and five T20Is. New Zealand have an all-format series scheduled against the Windies to close out 2025 as part of their home season, after which they will tour India. READ MORE First Published: June 12, 2025, 18:56 IST News india News18 Evening Digest: Ahmedabad Plane Crash, US-Iran Nuclear Talks & Other Top Stories
