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A joint Boeing and AAIB team has arrived in Ahmedabad to investigate the Air India Dreamliner crash that killed 241 people. The tragedy claimed the life of former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani, who will be cremated with state honors. DNA matching has identified 87 victims so far, with 47 bodies already dispatched to families. The lone survivor, a British-Indian national, remains hospitalized while ground fatalities included 33 hostel residents.

Key Points: Boeing and AAIB Teams Inspect Air India Crash Site in Ahmedabad

  • Boeing and AAIB teams assess crash site
  • 241 dead including ex-CM Vijay Rupani
  • DNA matches completed for 87 victims
  • Lone survivor British-Indian undergoing treatment
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Boeing team, Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau officials arrive in Ahmedabad to inspect AI-171 crash

Boeing and AAIB officials investigate the Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad that killed 241, including ex-Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani.

"Maybe we will be able to speak later...We saw what you guys can see...It's just the same, as you can see from here. – UK Expert"

Ahmedabad, June 16

A team from Boeing and the officials of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), on Monday, arrived in Ahmedabad to inspect the site of the Air India plane crash.

An investigation is underway to find the reasons that led to the tragic incident on June 12.

The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft crashed into a hostel complex shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, killing 241 passengers and crew, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.

Earlier today, an expert from the UK who reached the Air India Plane Crash site in Ahmedabad to conduct an inspection, said, "Maybe we will be able to speak later...We saw what you guys can see...It's just the same, as you can see from here."

Meanwhile, the Additional Medical Superintendent of Ahmedabad's Civil Hospital said on Monday that the DNA sample matches in the Air India plane crash have reached 92, corresponding to 87 individuals, due to some duplication.

Speaking to the media, Dr Rajnish Patel said that 47 bodies have been dispatched to various districts so far.

"Of the bodies brought to Civil Hospital, DNA matching of 92 (body remains) is completed, of this (the number of) individuals is 87 because there is duplication. 47 bodies have been dispatched from here...Bodies have been dispatched to Kheda, Ahmedabad, Kota, Mahesana, Bharuch, Vadodara, Aravalli, Anand, Junagarh, Bhavnagar, Amreli, Mahisagar and Bhavnagar," Dr Patel said.

Meanwhile, former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who lost his life in the crash, will be cremated in Rajkot later today with full state honours.

The Tricolour is being brought to the Civil Hospital mortuary in Ahmedabad to be draped over his mortal remains. Around 2,000 kilograms of flowers will be used to decorate the hearse van that will carry the body of the former Chief Minister.

The crash claimed 241 lives out of the 242 people onboard, which included 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The lone survivor, Vishwashkumar Ramesh, a British national of Indian origin, is currently undergoing treatment for his injuries.

At least 33 people, including residents on the ground and MBBS students, also lost their lives as the plane rammed into the doctor's hostel after the crash.

- ANI

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Priya M.
Heartbreaking tragedy 😢 My cousin was supposed to be on that flight but changed plans last minute. We need stricter aviation safety checks - this is the 3rd major crash in 5 years involving Indian carriers. Boeing must be held accountable.
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Arjun K.
The DNA matching process shows how seriously Gujarat govt is handling this. But why was a residential area so close to airport boundary? Urban planning needs review across all Indian airports to prevent such collateral damage.
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Sunita R.
While the focus is on VIPs like Rupani ji, let's not forget the 33 innocent people on ground and young MBBS students who died. Their families deserve equal compensation. The survivor's story gives some hope - praying for his recovery 🙏
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Rahul D.
As an aviation enthusiast, I'm shocked a modern aircraft like Dreamliner crashed during takeoff. Either technical failure or human error. Hope AAIB investigation is transparent - no coverups to protect Boeing or Air India's reputation.
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Neha P.
The scale of this tragedy is unimaginable. 2000kg flowers for CM's funeral when so many families can't even get complete bodies...feels disproportionate. All victims deserve equal dignity in death.
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Vikram S.
This crash shows we need better emergency response systems near airports. Kudos to Ahmedabad hospitals for handling so many victims, but India must invest in specialized aviation disaster training and equipment nationwide.

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