Ahmedabad is in the news due to the tragic Air India crash linked to fuel switch errors, killing 260+ people. It’s Gujarat’s largest city.
Indian aviation authorities are investigating multiple safety incidents involving Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliners, including an unexpected deployment of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) during a flight from Amritsar to Birmingham on October 4, 2025. This follows a June crash in Ahmedabad linked to fuel cutoff switches. Boeing has been asked for detailed reports amid growing pilot and regulator concerns.
Indian airline IndiGo faces its worst crisis after thousands of flight cancellations due to staffing and regulatory issues. The disruptions began last week amid new safety rules, causing widespread passenger frustration and operational challenges. The airline expects normalcy to return by mid-December.