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In a concerning development, Air India has confirmed that Flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident shortly after take-off this afternoon. The flight departed from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 13:38 IST and was en route to London Gatwick when the incident occurred.
The aircraft involved is a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which was carrying a total of 242 passengers and crew members on board. According to Air India's official statement, the nationality of those on board breaks down as follows: 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese nationals...