A tragic plane crash occurred near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday, involving an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route to London’s Gatwick Airport. The aircraft went down shortly after takeoff at approximately 1:39 pm local time, resulting in the deaths of at least 40 people.
The flight was carrying 242 individuals, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 British citizens, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian. Among the onboard personnel were 10 crew members and two pilots.
Reports indicate that the plane’s final signal was received just seconds after takeoff. The pilot is believed to have issued a Mayday call to Air Traffic Control moments before the crash.
Emergency and rescue teams have since been deployed to the crash site, with medical assistance being provided to survivors and the injured. Authorities have ordered a full-scale response from aviation and disaster agencies, while high-level government officials have pledged full support and aid for those affected.
