AAIB Releases Update on Air India AI171 Incident
Update on the fatal accident which occurred in Ahmedabad, India on 12 June 2025
The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has formally offered its assistance to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, India. In addition, the UK AAIB will have expert status in the Indian safety investigation. This is in accordance with ICAO Annex 13 because UK citizens were on board the aircraft.
We are deploying a multidisciplinary investigation team to India to support the Indian led investigation.
Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic accident.
British nationals who require consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family should call the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO): 020 7008 5000.
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/aaib-update-air-india-flight-ai171-ahmedabad-to-london-gatwick