BREAKING News Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 aircraft bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, 2025. The flight had 242 people on board, including passengers and crew members. Here's the breakdown of nationalities:

- *Passengers by Nationality:*

- *Indian*: 169

- *British*: 53

- *Portuguese*: 7

- *Canadian*: 1

The flight departed at 1:39 PM IST and crashed minutes later, outside the airport perimeter. Rescue teams were immediately mobilized, and medical aid was provided to the injured. Unfortunately, all 242 people on board have been confirmed dead, making it one of the worst aviation disasters in India's history ¹ ² ³.

*Support and Investigation:*

- Air India has set up a dedicated passenger hotline number (1800 5691 444) for families seeking information and support.

- An investigation is underway, with global condolences pouring in as families and communities grapple with the magnitude of the loss ³.