Air India Crash With No Survivors Reported

- A London-bound Air India flight crashed during takeoff in Ahmedabad, India
- 242 passengers and crew were aboard; no survivors have been reported
- The aircraft was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner — the first major incident involving the model
A passenger jet bound for London has crashed during takeoff at the airport in Ahmedabad, a city in western India. Video footage captured thick black smoke rising from the crash site as bystanders rushed toward the scene.
According to Air India, the flight was carrying 242 people, including passengers and crew. Onboard were Indian, British, Portuguese, and Canadian nationals. The city’s police commissioner told The Associated Press that there are no signs of survivors.
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, marking the first major incident involving this model. Boeing has stated that it is prepared to assist Air India following the crash.
While Air India has generally maintained a solid safety record, the airline has experienced a few serious accidents in its history. These incidents have prompted reforms and investments in safety and infrastructure, though some operational challenges persist.