Air india ai 171 Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport to London Gatwick Airport

The flight number AI 171 for the route from Ahmedabad (Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is no longer active and has been retired by Air India. This decision follows a tragic crash on June 12, 2025, in which the aircraft went down shortly after takeoff.
The service on this route now operates under the new flight number AI 159, with the return journey designated as AI 160.
Description of the Original AI 171 Route
Route: Non-stop international passenger flight from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Aircraft: Typically operated using a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.
Duration: The scheduled flight time was approximately 9 hours and 40 minutes.
Schedule: The flight previously operated multiple times a week.
The June 12, 2025 Crash
The original AI 171 flight number is associated with a fatal accident where the aircraft (registration VT-ANB), carrying 242 people, crashed into a medical college building and residential area shortly after takeoff. The preliminary investigation revealed that the engines lost power after the fuel-control switches moved to the "cutoff" position during the initial climb, a cause that remains under investigation.
Current Status
The flight number AI 171 has been permanently retired as a mark of respect for the victims, a standard practice in the aviation industry after fatal accidents. The Ahmedabad to London Gatwick route is still operational under the new flight number AI 159.
For the current flight status and booking information for flights to London Gatwick, please visit the Air India official website or use a flight tracker like FlightAware

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