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Ahmedabad Air India plane crash: Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has a history of technical issues

Economic Times · 2d

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad to London, carrying 242 people. The aircraft issued a MAYDAY call but failed to respond further, crashing near the airport with visible smoke. The plane had a history of technical problems, with similar models previously diverting due to hydraulic and flap issues. Investigations are underway, involving the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Air India, and Boeing to identify the cause.