At least 242 people were on board the flight when it crashed in the northwestern Indian city of Ahmedabad, police have said.
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Here is what we know so far.
Where did the plane crash?
Air India flight AI171 took off from Ahmedabad Airport just after 1pm local time on Thursday.
The plane’s final signal was received just seconds after take-off, according to flight tracking website, Flightradar.
The aircraft had reached 625ft.
India’s aviation regulator said the plane crashed to the ground outside the perimeter of Ahmedabad’s airport.
Footage from the scene shows thick black smoke rising towards the sky near the airport.
It also shows images of people being moved in stretchers and taken away in ambulances.
What we know about the plane
Flightradar lists the aircraft as a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.
Air India confirmed that the plane had crashed in a statement on X.
It said: “Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad-London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today, 12 June 2025.”
The airline said it is currently “ascertaining the details” and would share further details on its social media sites and website.
London Gatwick also confirmed that the flight was meant to arrive in the UK at 6.25pm local time this evening.
‘Shocked and devastated’
India’s civil aviation minister has said he is “shocked and devastated” by the plane crash.
“I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action,” Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said.
“Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site.
“My thoughts and prayers are with all those on board and their families.”
