Air India Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Map Data Shows Exactly Where the Flight Fell On Ground

Air India Flight Crashed: A passenger flight going from Ahmedabad to Gatwick (London), the AI 787-8 Dreamliner airplane has crashed near the medical college hostel, in Meghaninagar area during the take off. Immediately after departure from Runway 23, due to no thrust from the engine, the aircraft fell on ground outside the airport perimeter. Heavy black smoke was seen coming from the accident site. There were 242 people onboard, including crew and passengers and pilot.

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The above image shows It crashed shortly after takeoff, around 1:50 PM, near the Ghoda Camp area close to the airport. 

At what time did the flight depart, and how many passengers were there?

The flight departed at 1:39 PM. There were 230 people on board, including

• 217 adults, 
• 11 children 
• 2 infants.

Talking about the nationality, there were:

• 169 Indian citizens
• 53 British nationals
• 7 Portuguese
• 1 Canadian

Who was the pilot of the AI 171 Ahemdabad to London Flight?

The AI 171 was under the command of Captain Sumit Sabharwal, with First Officer Clive Kunder as the co-pilot.

How did the crash happen?

Shortly after the plane lifted off from the runway, around 825 feet in the air, the aircraft experienced a serious engine failure. The pilots issued a mayday call to air traffic control, signalling a grave emergency. 

Outpouring of Condolence

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi condoled the tragic incident and posted on X, “The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.”

President of India, Droupadi Murmu condoled the tragic incident and said, “I am deeply distressed to learn about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. It is a heart-rending disaster. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected people. The nation stands with them in this hour of indescribable grief."

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