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Air India Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE updates: Boeing CEO cancels plan to attend Paris Air Show, PM Modi likely to visit Ahmedabad today
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Air India plane crash live updates: Air India has confirmed that 241 people lost their lives when a London-bound flight crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. The flight, AI-171, was en route to London Gatwick and was carrying a total of 242 people: 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The passengers included 169 Indian nationals, 53 from the UK, seven Portuguese citizens, and one Canadian.
In a statement released late Thursday, the airline said there was only one survivor, a British citizen of Indian descent, who is currently receiving treatment at a hospital. The aircraft involved was a 12-year-old Boeing 787-8. It had departed from Ahmedabad airport at 1:38 PM when the accident occurred shortly afterward.
Air India expressed deep sorrow over the incident, saying, 'We are deeply saddened by this tragedy and extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives.' The airline added that it is fully focused on helping the victims' families and providing them with all necessary support. A special team from Air India has already arrived in Ahmedabad to assist in relief efforts.
An investigation into the crash is underway, and Air India has pledged full cooperation with authorities.
