In Memory of Those We Lost…
The incident marks the first fatal crash involving a Dreamliner and leaves the global aviation community mourning the loss of dedicated professionals.
Air India Flight 171 Crew Members
Pilots:
1. Captain Sumeet Sabharwal – 55, Powai, Mumbai
One of Air India’s most experienced 787 commanders, remembered for his calm leadership and decades of safe flying.
2. First Officer Clive Kunder – 26, Mangalore
A young and promising pilot from an aviation family with over 1,100 hours of flying time.
Cabin Crew:
3. Manisha Thapa – 27, Patna
Formerly with IndiGo and Akasa Air; known for her professionalism and charm on international routes.
4. Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma – 22, Thoubal, Manipur
Recently joined Air India in April 2023; remembered for her bright spirit and dedication.
5. Maithili Moreshwar Patil – 22, Nhava village, Maharashtra
A proud first-generation flight attendant supporting her family; had joined Air India two years ago.
6. Irfan Shaikh – 22, Pimpri-Chinchwad (Pune), Maharashtra
Ambitious and kind, he had just begun his aviation career two years ago.
7. Shraddha Dhavan – 44, Mulund West, Mumbai
A senior crew member with 21 years at Air India, respected and admired by generations of colleagues.
8. Aparna Mahadik – 42, Goregaon East, Mumbai
A committed crew leader and fitness enthusiast, known for her discipline and compassion.
9. Deepak Pathak – 36, Badlapur, Maharashtra
A veteran of 11 years with Air India who always put safety and service first.
10. Roshni Rajendra Songhare – 27, Dombivli, Maharashtra
A rising travel influencer and cabin crew professional, engaged to be married.
11. Lamnunthem Singson – 24, Manipur
A newly recruited crew member full of hope and energy, just starting her career.
12. Saineeta Chakravarty – 35, Santacruz West, Mumbai
A former Go Air crew member who had recently transitioned to Air India with experience and pride.
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Such beautiful souls.
Emeka Nobis