Tragic Air India Flight Crash Near Ahmedabad: Over 240 Lives at Stake
In a devastating incident, an Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, was carrying 242 people, including passengers adn crew, when it tragically went down just moments after departure. Eyewitnesses reported that the tail of the plane suddenly descended before it plummeted to the ground, igniting a massive fire upon impact.
The flight had been scheduled for a 9-hour and 45-minute journey to Gatwick Airport. as the aircraft fell into a populated area, flames engulfed the wreckage, creating a thick cloud of black smoke that could be seen for miles. The crash site has been described as chaotic, with debris scattered across the area and emergency services rushing to the scene. Disturbing images from the site show the front of the plane lodged into a multi-story building,which has been completely charred. The rear of the aircraft crashed into a structure known as the Joint Interrogation Center within the airport premises.
Social media footage reveals the scattered remains of the aircraft,raising fears of notable casualties. Local hospitals have begun treating the injured, while Air India has set up a helpline for concerned families seeking information about the incident. The number provided is 18005691444, as the airline works to manage the aftermath of this tragic event.