BREAKING: London-bound plane crashes with over 200 people on board in India

Accident Overview - An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (flight AI 171) crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, en route to London Gatwick [1][2] - The flight had 242 people on board, including 10 cabin crew and 2 pilots [2][3] - The crash occurred in a residential area near the airport, specifically impacting a doctor's hostel at a medical college [1][4] Flight Details - The intended flight duration was 10 hours, with an expected landing at Gatwick Airport at 6:25 local time [3] - The aircraft reached an altitude of 2625 feet (approximately 799 meters) before losing signal [3] - Air traffic control at Ahmedabad airport received a mayday call [3] Impact & Casualties - The exact number of fatalities and injuries is still unconfirmed [8] - On board were 217 adults and 11 children [9] - The nationalities of passengers included 53 UK nationals, 1 Canadian, 7 Portuguese, and 169 Indian nationals [9] Investigation & Response - Investigators are searching for answers regarding the cause of the crash, with no immediate indication of extreme weather as a factor [2][7] - Boeing is aware of initial reports and is working to gather more information [6] - Air India's chairman expressed profound sorrow and confirmed the tragic accident, focusing on supporting affected individuals and families [5][6]