An Air India plane crashed near Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. The incident has left everyone shocked as visuals of the flight moments before the crash are now doing the rounds on social media. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Randeep Hooda and Riteish Deshmukh, have expressed shock over the incident on social media.&nbsp; &nbsp;<h2>Celebrities react to the plane crash in Ahmedabad &nbsp;</h2>Akshay Kumar wrote, “Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time 🙏&mdash; Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) <a href="https://twitter.com/akshaykumar/status/1933096143577358803?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Sunny Deol wrote on X (formerly Twitter) “Devastated by the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Praying with all my heart for survivors — may they be found and receive the care they need. May those who lost their lives rest in peace, and may their families find strength in this unimaginable time.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Devastated by the news of the plane crash in Ahmedabad. Praying with all my heart for survivors — may they be found and receive the care they need. May those who lost their lives rest in peace, and may their families find strength in this unimaginable time. 🙏&mdash; Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamsunnydeol/status/1933087856865526210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Parineeti Chopra wrote, “Can’t imagine the pain of the family members of the ill-fated Air India flight today. Praying for God to give them strength during this time.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Can’t imagine the pain of the family members of the ill fated Air India flight today. Praying for God to give them strength during this time. 🙏&mdash; Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) <a href="https://twitter.com/ParineetiChopra/status/1933091302154948890?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Riteish Deshmukh paid his condolences and wrote, “Absolutely heartbroken and in shock after hearing about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My heart goes out to all the passengers, their families, and everyone affected on the ground. Holding them all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Absolutely heartbroken and in shock after hearing about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My heart goes out to all the passengers, their families, and everyone affected on the ground. Holding them all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.&mdash; Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) <a href="https://twitter.com/Riteishd/status/1933085814071955500?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Randeep Hooda wrote, “Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Hoping for survivors and strength for the rescue teams. May the departed rest in peace, and may their families find the strength to endure this immense loss.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected. Hoping for survivors and strength for the rescue teams. May the departed rest in peace, and may their families find the strength to endure this immense loss. 🙏&mdash; Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) <a href="https://twitter.com/RandeepHooda/status/1933090018576244841?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Sonu Sood wrote, “Prayers for Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad after take off to London.” Khushbu Sundar wrote, “Extremely shocked and in disbelief to hear the crash of Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London, with 232 passengers on board, just after take off. Prayers for the safety of the passengers and the crew.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Prayers for Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad after take off to London. 💔&mdash; sonu sood (@SonuSood) <a href="https://twitter.com/SonuSood/status/1933090327830634663?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Alia took to her Instagram Stories to share a report by Faye D'Souza on the Ahmedabad plane crash incident. Alia wrote along with the post, “This is devastating. My heart aches for all the passengers and crew… thoughts and prayers for everyone on board and their loved ones… (broken heart and folded hands emoticons).”&nbsp;Air India plane crashes at Ahmedabad airport &nbsp;Air India confirmed the news on X, writing, “Flight AI171, operating Ahmedabad-London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today, 12 June 2025. At this moment, we are ascertaining the details and will share further updates at the earliest on http://airindia.com and on our X handle.”&nbsp;Fire tenders have reached the spot. The aircraft had 232 passengers, including two infants.&nbsp;

An Air India plane crashed near Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Randeep Hooda and Riteish Deshmukh, have expressed shock over the incident on social media. 

An Air India plane crashed near Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. The incident has left everyone shocked as visuals of the flight moments before the crash are now doing the rounds on social media. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Randeep Hooda and Riteish Deshmukh, have expressed shock over the incident on social media. Celebrities react to the plane crash in Ahmedabad Akshay Kumar wrote, “Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time”

An Air India plane crashed near Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport in Ahmedabad on Thursday afternoon. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Randeep Hooda and Riteish Deshmukh, have expressed shock over the incident on social media.&nbsp;

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A ‘Mayday Call’ distress call was issued by Air India's AI 171 flight, minutes before it crashed after taking off from Gujarat's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday (June 12).&nbsp;An Air India plane crashed in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, confirmed the State Police Control Room. A total of 242 passengers, including 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew were onboard the Ahmedabad-Gatwick Air India flight.&nbsp;Within 5 minutes of takeoff at 1:38 PM the plane crashed and turned into a fireball. “It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC,” said the DGCA in a statement.&nbsp;It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the blaze.&nbsp;Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken to the Gujarat Chief Minister, Home Minister and the Police Commissioner regarding the plane crash and has assured all possible assistance.&nbsp;Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu has expressed shock over the incident. "Shocked and devastated to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site,' tweeted Kinjarapu.<h3>What is a Mayday Call?</h3>A Mayday call is an emergency procedure used globally as a distress signal through radio communications; it signals a life-threatening emergency.&nbsp;The term ‘Mayday’ originates from the French phrase “m’aider”, a shortened form of “venez m’aider”, meaning ‘come help me’. It was adopted in the early 20th century as the standard voice distress signal for radio communications, particularly when aviation and maritime travel began relying heavily on radio systems.&nbsp;To avoid miscommunication, the word is always repeated three times: “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday”. This repetition ensures clarity and prevents it from being mistaken for other phrases in noisy or chaotic situations.<h3>When is a Mayday Call used?</h3>A Mayday call is reserved for life-threatening emergencies. In aviation, these situations can include:Engine failure or fire, loss of cabin pressure, severe medical emergencies, structural failure or control system malfunctions, onboard fires or smoke or imminent crash or forced landing.&nbsp;Pilots are trained to use this term only when absolutely necessary. The seriousness of a Mayday alert triggers a swift and prioritised response from air traffic controllers, nearby aircraft, and emergency services.

Ahmedabad plane crash Pilots Mayday Call was their last transmission

A ‘Mayday Call’ distress call was issued by Air India's AI 171 flight, minutes before it crashed after taking off from Gujarat's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday (June 12). An Air India plane crashed in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, confirmed the State Police Control Room. A total of 242 passengers, including 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew were onboard the Ahmedabad-Gatwick Air India flight. Within 5 minutes of takeoff at 1:38 PM the plane crashed and turned into a fireball. “It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC,” said the DGCA in a statement. It gave a MAYDAY Call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft to the calls made by ATC. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the blaze. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken to the Gujarat Chief Minister, Home Minister and the Police Commissioner regarding the plane crash and has assured all possible assistance. Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu has expressed shock over the incident. "Shocked and devastated to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all efforts are being made to ensure medical aid and relief support are being rushed to the site,' tweeted Kinjarapu. What is a Mayday Call? A Mayday call is an emergency procedure used globally as a distress signal through radio communications; it signals a life-threatening emergency. The term ‘Mayday’ originates from the French phrase “m’aider”, a shortened form of “venez m’aider”, meaning ‘come help me’. It was adopted in the early 20th century as the standard voice distress signal for radio communications, particularly when aviation and maritime travel began relying heavily on radio systems. To avoid miscommunication, the word is always repeated three times: “Mayday, Mayday, Mayday”. This repetition ensures clarity and prevents it from being mistaken for other phrases in noisy or chaotic situations. When is a Mayday Call used? A Mayday call is reserved for life-threatening emergencies. In aviation, these situations can include: Engine failure or fire, loss of cabin pressure, severe medical emergencies, structural failure or control system malfunctions, onboard fires or smoke or imminent crash or forced landing. Pilots are trained to use this term only when absolutely necessary. The seriousness of a Mayday alert triggers a swift and prioritised response from air traffic controllers, nearby aircraft, and emergency services.

The cause of the incident and the extent of damage to the aircraft are yet to be ascertained

Ahmedabad plane crash: Pilots’ 'Mayday Call' was their last transmission

 The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner which was en-route to London was carrying 232 passengers and 10 crew members according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

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Air India has confirmed that Flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, which was involved in an accident after takeoff, had departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs and was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft.&nbsp;The flight was carrying 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese, and one Canadian besides the crew. The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals.&nbsp;&nbsp;Air India has set up a dedicated passenger hotline number, 1800 5691 444, to provide information. It said in a statement that it is fully cooperating with the authorities investigating this incident.<h2>Green corridor set up for ambulances&nbsp;</h2>Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has instructed officials to carry out immediate rescue and relief work on a war footing and arrange for immediate treatment of the injured passengers.&nbsp;&nbsp;The CM has also instructed officials to ensure a green corridor for taking the injured passengers for treatment and to ensure all arrangements for treatment in the hospitals on a priority basis.&nbsp;Patel further said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken to him and assured full cooperation.&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Home Minister Amit Shah and Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu and asked them to go to Ahmedabad and ensure all possible assistance.&nbsp;Naidu, who was in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad immediately upon receiving news of the flight crash to oversee rescue and relief operations on the ground.&nbsp;He said that he is in constant contact with senior officials from DGCA, AAI, NDRF, and the Gujarat State administration to ensure swift, coordinated response and support.&nbsp;<h2>Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau team leaves for Ahmedabad</h2>&nbsp;Ministry of Civil Aviation sources said that the Director General of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has left for Ahmedabad with the team for investigation.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA), Ahmedabad, is currently not operational. All flight operations have been temporarily suspended until further notice.&nbsp;Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran said in a statement, “With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event. At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families. We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted. Further updates will be shared as we receive more verified information. An emergency centre has been activated and support team have been set up for families seeking information.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Air India Plane Crash | Three National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams, comprising 90 personnel, have reached the plane crash site from Gandhinagar. A total of three more teams are being moved from Vadodara: NDRF (Video Source: NDRF) <a href="https://t.co/Pazh0TyOwG">pic.twitter.com/Pazh0TyOwG</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1933115679986549062?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Air India has also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number, 1800 5691 444, to provide more information. The airlines said in a statement that it is fully cooperating with the authorities investigating this incident.

Air India has confirmed that Flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, which was involved in an accident after takeoff, had departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs and was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. The flight was carrying 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese, and one Canadian besides the crew. The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. Air India has set up a dedicated passenger hotline number, 1800 5691 444, to provide information. It said in a statement that it is fully cooperating with the authorities investigating this incident. Green corridor set up for ambulances Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has instructed officials to carry out immediate rescue and relief work on a war footing and arrange for immediate treatment of the injured passengers. The CM has also instructed officials to ensure a green corridor for taking the injured passengers for treatment and to ensure all arrangements for treatment in the hospitals on a priority basis. Patel further said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken to him and assured full cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Home Minister Amit Shah and Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu and asked them to go to Ahmedabad and ensure all possible assistance. Naidu, who was in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad immediately upon receiving news of the flight crash to oversee rescue and relief operations on the ground. He said that he is in constant contact with senior officials from DGCA, AAI, NDRF, and the Gujarat State administration to ensure swift, coordinated response and support. Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau team leaves for Ahmedabad Ministry of Civil Aviation sources said that the Director General of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has left for Ahmedabad with the team for investigation. Meanwhile, the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA), Ahmedabad, is currently not operational. All flight operations have been temporarily suspended until further notice. Air India Chairman N. Chandrasekaran said in a statement, “With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event. At this moment, our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families. We are doing everything in our power to assist the emergency response teams at the site and to provide all necessary support and care to those impacted. Further updates will be shared as we receive more verified information. An emergency centre has been activated and support team have been set up for families seeking information.”

Air India has also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number, 1800 5691 444, to provide more information. The airlines said in a statement that it is fully cooperating with the authorities investigating this incident.

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An Air India aircraft has crashed in the western Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The incident has been confirmed by the State Police Control Room. The Air India Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London had 242 people on board.&nbsp;Fire tenders have rushed to the spot to douse the blaze. As of now, there are no reports of injuries or casualties. The cause of the incident and the extent of damage to the aircraft are yet to be officially confirmed.<h2>Watch here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Exact moment London-bound Air India plane erupted into fireball in Ahmedabad caught on video <a href="https://t.co/bBlQ6kWL1V">pic.twitter.com/bBlQ6kWL1V</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1933104353713537417?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

An Air India aircraft has crashed in the western Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The incident has been confirmed by the State Police Control Room. The Air India Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London had 242 people on board.

An Air India aircraft has crashed in the western Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The incident has been confirmed by the State Police Control Room. The Air India Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London had 242 people on board. Fire tenders have rushed to the spot to douse the blaze. As of now, there are no reports of injuries or casualties. The cause of the incident and the extent of damage to the aircraft are yet to be officially confirmed. Watch here:

An Air India aircraft has crashed in the western Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The incident has been confirmed by the State Police Control Room. The Air India Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London had 242 people on board.

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