Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashes on takeoff in India (click on the photo for details)

Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner registered VT-ANB, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) on June 12, 2025. The aircraft was en route to London Gatwick (LGW) with 242 passengers and crew on board. The crash occurred less than a minute after departure, with the aircraft reportedly striking a residential building near the airport perimeter. The flight crew issued a Mayday distress call, but no further communication was received before impact. Authorities have confirmed no survivors, making this the first fatal crash involving a Boeing 787. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with early reports suggesting possible engine failure or takeoff weight miscalculation.
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