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A devastating aviation disaster unfolded in Gujarat, India, on June 12 when an Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport. All 242 passengers and crew onboard lost their lives, marking one of the deadliest air accidents in recent years.
Exclusive footage captured by CGTN Stringer shows emergency responders racing to the scene amid billowing smoke and debris. Rescue teams worked tirelessly through the night, though hopes of finding survivors dimmed quickly. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, with initial reports suggesting technical failure.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves through global aviation communities, raising questions about safety protocols. India’s Civil Aviation Minister called it "a dark day for our nation," while condolences poured in from world leaders. For young travelers and professionals tracking Asian developments, this incident underscores the human cost behind aviation statistics.
"We’re heartbroken for the families affected," said a local official at the site. As night fell, makeshift memorials with flowers and candles began appearing near the airport—a somber reminder of lives cut short.
A devastating aviation disaster unfolded in Gujarat, India, on June 12 when an Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport. All 242 passengers and crew onboard lost their lives, marking one of the deadliest air accidents in recent years.
Exclusive footage captured by CGTN Stringer shows emergency responders racing to the scene amid billowing smoke and debris. Rescue teams worked tirelessly through the night, though hopes of finding survivors dimmed quickly. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, with initial reports suggesting technical failure.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves through global aviation communities, raising questions about safety protocols. India’s Civil Aviation Minister called it "a dark day for our nation," while condolences poured in from world leaders. For young travelers and professionals tracking Asian developments, this incident underscores the human cost behind aviation statistics.
"We’re heartbroken for the families affected," said a local official at the site. As night fell, makeshift memorials with flowers and candles began appearing near the airport—a somber reminder of lives cut short.
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