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The radar connection was lost for a while after that, according to officials. The accident's causes have not yet been determined. According to reports, early research is being done on causes like engine failure and bird strikes.

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According to preliminary information, the pilot had given a Mayday signal just 3 minutes after takeoff.

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On this flight, there were 242 passengers in total. Of them, 53 were British nationals, 169 were Indians, and the remainder were foreigners.

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This tragic incident took place near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad city on Thursday.

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Within minutes of departure, Air India aircraft AI-171 (a Boeing 787 Dreamliner) headed for London Gatwick crashed close to Meghaninagar.

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When the accident happened, the locals were stunned. Rescue operations were initiated as soon as firefighters, police, and NDRF teams arrived on the scene. The airport temporarily halted all other flights.

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This will be yet another depressing chapter in the history of flying in the nation. However, the number of those killed and injured in the jet crash has not yet been officially announced.

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