**On June 15, 2025, an Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in significant loss of life. The ongoing investigation looks into the factors leading to the disaster, with the pilots being commemorated for their service.**
**Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Pilots and Passengers in India**
**Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Pilots and Passengers in India**
**A devastating aviation accident leaves hundreds mourning as investigations continue.**
In a heartbreaking aviation tragedy, Air India Flight 171 met a catastrophic end shortly after departing from Ahmedabad, heading to London. The aircraft went down mere moments into its flight, crashing into a nearby medical college building and claiming at least 270 lives, including the two pilots.
Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, aged 55, had been contemplating retirement for the sake of his elderly father, while 32-year-old co-pilot Clive Kunder was at the early stage of an exciting career. The two pilots collectively possessed nearly 10,000 hours of flight experience; however, on this fateful day, they faced overwhelming challenges.
The crash occurred on Thursday, resulting in an explosion that rendered many bodies unrecognizable, officials report. Three days later, investigators managed to identify only 19 individuals through DNA tests, with families anxiously awaiting further updates.
Authorities have since cordoned off the crash site and the medical college's hostels affected by the incident as part of the investigation process. The aircraft's flight data recorder has been recovered, with search efforts for the cockpit voice recorder still ongoing. Investigators are seeking insights from these devices to understand if mechanical failure, human error, or a combination of factors led to the tragedy.
No matter the cause, experts indicate that the pilots had little to no time to react as the situation escalated. The heirs of the victims and the aviation community mourn alongside the families of the deceased pilots, who are being remembered not only for their skills but also for their dedication to flying.
Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, aged 55, had been contemplating retirement for the sake of his elderly father, while 32-year-old co-pilot Clive Kunder was at the early stage of an exciting career. The two pilots collectively possessed nearly 10,000 hours of flight experience; however, on this fateful day, they faced overwhelming challenges.
The crash occurred on Thursday, resulting in an explosion that rendered many bodies unrecognizable, officials report. Three days later, investigators managed to identify only 19 individuals through DNA tests, with families anxiously awaiting further updates.
Authorities have since cordoned off the crash site and the medical college's hostels affected by the incident as part of the investigation process. The aircraft's flight data recorder has been recovered, with search efforts for the cockpit voice recorder still ongoing. Investigators are seeking insights from these devices to understand if mechanical failure, human error, or a combination of factors led to the tragedy.
No matter the cause, experts indicate that the pilots had little to no time to react as the situation escalated. The heirs of the victims and the aviation community mourn alongside the families of the deceased pilots, who are being remembered not only for their skills but also for their dedication to flying.
