Ahmedabad plane crash: 241 killed on board flight, only one survivor

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: The British High Commission in India  said it is working with local authorities to urgently establish facts about the London-bound plane that crashed soon after taking off from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday.

"We are aware that a flight from Ahmedabad to London has crashed near Ahmedabad airport. We are working with local authorities to urgently establish the facts and provide support. Our thoughts are with all those affected," the British High Commission said in a brief statement on its official X handle.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: After a London-bound flight crashed in Ahmedabad mere minutes after take-off, airline Air India has announced that they have a dedicated passenger hotline for more information on the matter, especially for bereaved family members.

In their post they said, “Air India has also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information. Those calling from outside India can call on +91 8062779200. Regular updates will continue on Air India’s X handle (https://x.com/airindia) and on http://airindia.com as further information comes to hand.”

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: At least three outbound Air India flights from Ahmedabad were cancelled on Thursday evening and passengers accommodated on alternate flights after an Air India plane crashed in the city.

In bound special flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Ahmedabad were also cancelled.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: In a post on X, Air India confirmed that only one of the 242 passengers onboard a flight that crashed in Ahmedabad, had survived.

Rescue operations at the site have been completed and 265 bodies were taken to the hospital after parts of the plane crashed into a medical college hostel.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: Rescue operations have been completed at the Air India flight crash site in Ahmedabad, according to the Ministry of Civil Aviation

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: The UK Royal family extended condolences to the families of the victims involved in the London-bound Air India flight that crashed in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday.

 In a message, King Charles said, "My wife and I have been desperately shocked by the terrible events in Ahmedabad this morning. Our special prayers and deepest possible sympathy are with the families and friends of all those affected by this appallingly tragic incident across so many nations, as they await news of their loved ones. I would like to pay a particular tribute to the heroic efforts of the emergency services and all those providing help and support at this most heartbreaking and traumatic time".

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Thursday expressed their deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad.

"General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff and All Personnel of #IndianArmedForces express deepest condolences on the tragic aircraft accident of Air India in Ahmedabad. We pray for strength for the families and loved ones affected by this devastating event," the Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff posted on X.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: The US National Transport Safety Board will be leading a team of US investigators travelling to India to assist the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau with its investigation into the crash of an Air India Boeing 787 in Ahmedabad.

Ahmedabad plane crash news: Former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has confirmed the death of two cabin crew members on board the Air India flight which crashed on Thursday. 

Taking to X, the BJP leader shared - “It is heartbreaking to share that two young cabin crew members from Manipur, Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, were among those who lost their lives in today’s Air India crash in Ahmedabad.”

“Both were full of life, serving with dedication and pride. Their sudden passing is a huge loss for their families, friends, and for all of us back home,” he added further.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: At least four MBBS students and a doctor's wife have been confirmed dead after the London-bound Air India plane crashed into residential quarters of the BJ Medical college in Ahmedabad. 

"While four MBBS students living in the hostel died, 19 were injured. Five of them are serious. Two third-year students are untraceable," college dean Dr Minakshi Parikh told reporters. 

"A doctor's wife was also killed while two relatives of other doctors were injured. Three members of a doctor's family went missing after the incident. All other doctors and relatives are safe," she added further. 

Air India plane crash update: Speaking to news agency PTI, police officials have state that at least 265 bodies have been brought to civil hospital in Ahmedabad after the Air India plane crash. 

An Air India flight carrying 242 passengers crashed in Ahmedabad shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. 

Ahmedabad plane crash news: One of the black boxes of the Air India flight 171 has been recovered. As per sources, the black box in the rear of the plane has been located by aviation officials. 

The search for the second black box, in aircraft's front portion, continues. 

Ahmedabad plane crash update: Vidhi Chaudhary, a top state police officer in Ahmedabad, told news agency AP that most of the bodies from the Air India crash have been charred beyond recognition. 

She added that the medical students who were in a college hostel when the plane hit the building, are alson among the dead.

“Most of the bodies have been charred beyond recognition,” she told AP. 

Ahmedabad plane crash news: US President Donald Trump has condoles the Air India crash, calling it one of the worst accidents in aviation history. 

While speaking to reportser, Trump added that he has offered to help India following Thursday's "horrific" plane crash in Ahmedabad 

"I let them know that anything we can do -- we'll be over there immediately. But it was a horrific crash," Trump told reporters during a White House event.

Several people have been killed after an Air India flight carrying 242 passengers crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. Among the victims was Roshni Rajendra Songhare, a member of the cabin crew and a travel influencer on Instagram.

Songhare's death was confirmed by Maharashtra MLA Ravindra Chavan on social media platform X.

Ahmedabad plane crash news: Home Minister Amit Shah has stated that many people have been killed in the Air India plane crash on Thursday. An official toll is awaited. 

“Air India flight AI171 crashed in the afternoon today, and several passengers have lost their lives. The entire country is in shock, and stands with the kin of those who have lost their lives,” Shah told reporters after assessing the situation. 

As per Ahmedabad police, a total of 204 bodies have been recovered. 

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: Latest visuals from the AI-171 crash site showed NDRF personnel and other rescue workers at the spot. The London-bound Air India Air India plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: Union home minister Amit Shah, civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu and Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel held a meet over the Air India plane crash.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered his condolences to the families of the victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash on Thursday.

“Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy,” Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif posted.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE: A passenger miraculously survived the Air India plane crash in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday, an incident in which dozens are feared dead and no other known reports of survivors have come in as yet.

In one of the many videos of the Ahmedabad plane crash doing the rounds on social media, the injured surviving passenger was seen walking after rescuing himself from the mishap. Read full report here

Ahmedabad plane crash news: After the horrific Air India crash on Thursday, the airline has sent a special team of caregivers to aide support teams at the crash site. 

“A special team of caregivers from Air India has arrived in Ahmedabad to provide support to our teams on ground. We are working with local authorities to provide necessary assistance and are extending full cooperation to the authorities investigating this incident,” reads an official statement from Air India on X. 

Ahmedabad plane crash news: An Air India plane, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner passenger jet, crashed moments after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. 

As per reports, this AI 171 flight is said to be the airplane model's first fatal crash. 

As per a Bloomberg report, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has experienced minor accidents and operational failures in the past. However, no fatalities have been, until Thursday's crash.

Ahmedabad plane crash news: CCTV footage has captured the harrowing moment an Air India flight took off from Ahmedabad airport before crashing into a student hostel shortly after.

The video shows the aircraft taking off from the runway, gaining altitude briefly before descending sharply, crashing, and erupting into a fireball.

On Thursday, Air India flight AI 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International airport. 

Ahmedabad plane crash news: Air India CEO and Managing Director Campbell Wilson on Thursday expressed "deep sorrow" at the crashing of the airline's Boeing 787-8 aircraft with 242 people on board. 

The London-bound flight crashed minutes after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon.

The CEO, in a video statement, said that the airline is actively working with the authorities on all emergency response efforts.

"The first and most importantly, I would like to express our deep sorrow about this event. This is a difficult day for all of us here in India. And it's now focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, their families, and loved ones," Wilson said.

Ahmedabad plane crash LIVE news: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived at the site of Ahmedabad plane crash and took stock of the situation on Thursday.  

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol and Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi accompanied the home minister during his visit.