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Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
More remains of 16 victims of Air India crash recovered in Gujarat
The charred remains of 16 victims of the June 12 Air India crash have been recovered and identified, officials said on Friday, adding that these have been returned to families of six of the victims. More remains of 16 victims of Air India crash recovered in Gujarat The toll from the crash remains unchanged at 260, the officials said, with 241 passengers and crew and the victims on the ground where the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed. 'Of the 16 recently recovered mortal remains, families of six victims have accepted the bodies for final rites. Nine families have requested hospital authorities to conduct the final ceremonies on their behalf. We are still attempting to contact one family regarding the handover process,' said an official at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. While authorities handed over the remains of the 260 victims to their families after DNA identification, the recovery operation at the site on continued over the last three weeks. 'The identification of the body parts recently recovered, mainly bones, is being done at Ahmedabad FSL and it takes about 48 to 72 hours for successful DNA matching,' a second official said. A London-bound Air India flight crashed into a hostel complex in the Meghaninagar area moments after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport here on June 12, killing 241 on board and several others on the ground. One passenger, Viswashkumar Ramesh, miraculously survived.
Hans India
24-06-2025
- Hans India
Aviation Minister Confirms Air India Crash Investigation Remains Domestic Operation
India's Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has officially confirmed that the flight data recorders from the crashed Air India aircraft continue to be examined within the country by domestic aviation safety authorities. The clarification addresses widespread speculation about the investigation's scope and international involvement. As per sources, the minister's statement came in response to circulating reports suggesting that India planned to send the black box components to the United States for specialized data recovery services. These reports had indicated that the recording devices sustained significant external damage from the intense fire that followed the tragic crash, potentially necessitating advanced international expertise for data extraction. However, the Director General of India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, GVG Yugandhar, formally dismissed these claims as "factually incorrect" in communications with international media outlets. The official did not provide additional details about the investigation's current status or methodology but emphasized that the analysis remains under Indian jurisdiction. The tragic incident occurred on June 12 when Air India flight AI 171, operating between Ahmedabad and London, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Patel International Airport. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, carrying 242 passengers of various nationalities, struck a medical college hostel building in a devastating accident that claimed 274 lives, including passengers, crew members, and individuals on the ground. The crash represents a significant milestone in aviation safety, marking the first fatal accident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner since the aircraft model entered commercial service in 2011. This distinction has drawn international attention to the investigation, given the aircraft type's previously strong safety record and widespread use in commercial aviation. The intensity of the crash created extreme conditions at the impact site, with temperatures reaching approximately 1,000 degrees Celsius. These severe thermal conditions likely contributed to the external damage sustained by the flight data recording equipment, despite these devices being specifically engineered to survive catastrophic accidents and extreme environmental conditions. Aviation investigators successfully recovered both critical recording components two days following the accident. The cockpit voice recorder captures all audio from the flight deck, including pilot communications and ambient sounds, while the flight data recorder maintains detailed information about aircraft systems, flight parameters, and performance metrics throughout the flight. The Aircraft Accidents Investigations Bureau has been allocated a three-month timeframe to complete their comprehensive analysis of the incident. This investigation timeline is considered standard for complex aviation accidents requiring detailed technical analysis and coordination with multiple stakeholders. Following the crash, aviation regulatory authorities implemented immediate safety measures across the Air India fleet. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation ordered comprehensive safety inspections of all Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft operated by the airline. Progress reports indicate that inspections have been completed on nine of Air India's 33 Dreamliner aircraft, with examinations continuing on the remaining fleet. The black box analysis represents the most critical component of the investigation, as these recordings typically provide investigators with definitive information about the sequence of events leading to an accident. The data contained within these devices often reveals crucial details about aircraft performance, crew actions, and system failures in the moments preceding a crash. While the complete investigation findings await the detailed analysis of the recovered data, aviation experts have begun offering preliminary theories about potential causes. Some specialists have suggested the possibility of dual engine failure based on observed aircraft behavior during the brief flight, though such assessments remain speculative pending official findings. The investigation's outcome will likely have significant implications for Boeing 787 operations globally, particularly given the aircraft type's previous safety record. Aviation authorities worldwide typically review and potentially implement safety recommendations that emerge from major accident investigations, especially those involving widely-used commercial aircraft. The domestic handling of this investigation demonstrates India's aviation safety infrastructure capabilities and commitment to maintaining control over critical safety analyses. The decision to retain investigation responsibilities domestically also reflects confidence in local technical expertise and investigative procedures. As the investigation progresses, the aviation community awaits detailed findings that could influence future safety protocols and operational procedures for the Boeing 787 fleet worldwide. The comprehensive analysis of this incident will contribute to ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance commercial aviation safety standards globally.
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Emotional farewell for Air India crew member Irfan Shaikh who died in Ahmedabad
Jun 21, 2025 11:51 AM IST Relatives and friends gave an emotional farewell to Irfan Shaikh, a crew member of the ill-fated Air India that crashed in Ahmedabad last week, as his remains were laid to rest at Pimpri Chinchwad in Maharashtra on Saturday. The Shaikh family received 22-year-old Irfan's remains after a DNA match on Friday, and they were brought to Pune(Reuters) The Shaikh family received 22-year-old Irfan's remains after a DNA match on Friday, and they were brought to Pune in the early hours of the day. The final rites were held at a graveyard in Nehru Nagar in the presence of family, neighbours, friends, and leaders from across political parties. Irfan was on board the London-bound Air India flight, AI 171, that crashed into a building in a medical college complex moments after take-off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on June 21. A total of 241 persons on board the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft were killed in the crash, along with 29 others on the ground. "Irfan joined the aviation industry as a cabin crew member two years ago after completing a course. He initially worked with Vistara, and after the Air India-Vistara merger, he began flying on international routes," a relative said. The youngster had big dreams and was determined to excel in the field, but the crash shattered all those dreams, he added.
News18
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Who Is Sagar Patil, Model Who Lost His Girlfriend In Air India Plane Crash?
Last Updated: On June 12, Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (VT-ANB), crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The tragic Air India plane crash on June 12 left the entire nation shocked and numb. Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (VT-ANB), crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The incident resulted in the death of 241 out of the 242 people on board, leaving only one survivor. Ever since the tragic incident, a video of a young man crying inconsolably at the accident site has been going viral on social media. The man lost his girlfriend in the aeroplane crash. But do you know who he is and who his lady love was? Read on to know about it. Who Is Sagar Patil, Man Who Lost His GF In The Ahmedabad Plane Crash? The man in the viral video has been identified as a model named Sagar Patil. While not much information is known about him, he is reportedly based out of Mumbai and has over 31,000 followers on Instagram. His bio on the platform describes him as an 'artist" who is 'spreading smiles, travelling, singing, gym crazy". Apart from this, Sagar Patil also has a YouTube channel named 'Travel With Sagar'. It has 331 subscribers and 42 videos. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sagar Patil (@ Who Was Sagar Patil's GF, Who Died In Ahmedabad Plane Crash? While there is no official confirmation, netizens believe that Sagar was dating Manisha Thapa, who was a cabin crew member of the flight AI171. Sagar follows Manisha on Instagram and was reportedly also present with the latter's family in the hospital after the tragic plane crash. When Sagar was spotted sitting alone in the hospital room, crying, he was asked by somebody about the person he lost in the plane crash. To this, the model simply replied, 'My love." While Sagar has not commented on his girlfriend's death as of now, he recently took to his Instagram stories and wrote, 'Thank you so much for your support. Lost of DMs difficult to reply each one of them. I don't know what to say trying to heal from the things which I am going through. Spend time with your loved ones enjoy the most. Pata nahi kal rahenge ya nahi rahenge." First Published: June 18, 2025, 17:35 IST
Hans India
18-06-2025
- Hans India
Air India ops badly hit as multiple Dreamliner int'l flights cancelled
New Delhi: Several Air India international flights – mostly Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – were cancelled on Tuesday, days after the London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft crashed into a hostel complex shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad on June 12, killing 241 passengers and crew. Air India flights cancelled on Tuesday are: AI915- Delhi to Dubai - B788 Dreamliner AI153- Delhi to Vienna - B788 Dreamliner AI143-Delhi to Paris - B788 Dreamliner AI159-Ahmedabad to London - B788 Dreamliner AI170- London to Amritsar - B788 Dreamliner AI133- Bengaluru to London - B788 Dreamliner AI179- Mumbai to San Francisco - B777 Air India said on Tuesday that its flight from Ahmedabad to Gatwick in London has been cancelled due to the unavailability of the aircraft, resulting from airspace restrictions and additional precautionary checks. The airline denied claims that the flight has been cancelled due to any technical snag. Paris-bound Air India flight 143 from Delhi was also cancelled on Tuesday after pre-flight checks identified an issue, which was currently being addressed, an Air India spokesperson confirmed. The AI143 has been cancelled because the flight is subject to restrictions on night operations at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) airport. "We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers and are making alternative arrangements to fly them to their destination at the earliest. We are providing hotel accommodation and also offering full refunds on cancellations or complimentary rescheduling if opted by the passengers," an Air India spokesperson said. Meanwhile, an Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai, with a scheduled stop in Kolkata, was grounded on Tuesday after a technical issue was suspected during a routine post-landing inspection. All passengers were safely deplaned, and some have been accommodated in a hotel in Kolkata. The termination led to chaotic scenes at the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata as the 211 passengers on the Boeing 777-200 LR tried to convince officials to let them reach their destination at the earliest. There were 228 people on board the aircraft, including pilots and crew. The flight was originally scheduled to depart to Mumbai from Kolkata at 2am on Tuesday. Also, two Dreamliners operated by Lufthansa and British Airways - flying from Frankfurt and London to Hyderabad and Chennai - were forced to return to their origin airports.
