Air India flight AI171 lost signal at 625 feet in Ahmedabad: Chilling data reveals what went wrong moments after takeoff

An Air India flight heading to London crashed in a crowded area near Meghaninagar in Ahmedabad on Thursday, just minutes after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The incident took place around 1:40 pm.

As per a TOI report quoting data from the flight-tracking platform Flightradar24, Flight AI171, bound for London Gatwick, lost signal at a very low altitude of just 625 feet, less than a minute after takeoff.

"We are continuing to process data from receiver sources individually. Additional processing confirms #AI171 departed using the full length of Runway 23 at Ahmedabad. RWY 23 is 11,499 feet long. The aircraft backtracked to the end of the runway before beginning its take-off roll," Flightradar said in a post on X.


The plane crashed into a residential area, sparking a massive fire and creating panic among residents. Thick black smoke was seen rising from the area.

Fire officer Jayesh Khadia confirmed that several fire engines were quickly sent to control the blaze. Emergency teams, including the police, fire brigade, and ambulances, began rescue and evacuation efforts without delay.

Air India posted an update on X (formerly Twitter), saying: “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 our website and our X handle.”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also spoke to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other top officials, promising full support from the central government to manage the crisis.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said, "We are going to conduct a fair and thorough investigation and probe why this incident happened. We still have to determine the numbers."

More details on what caused the crash are expected soon.