NEW DELHI: Air India has confirmed that flight AI171, en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick which crashed shortly after take-off on Wednesday afternoon, resulted in 241 fatalities out of the 242 people on board.The 12-year-old Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner took off from Ahmedabad at 1:38 pm with 230 passengers and 12 crew members. “We regret to inform that, of the 242 aboard, there are 241 confirmed fatalities. The sole survivor is being treated in a hospital,” Air India said in an official statement. According to Air India , the survivor is a British national of Indian origin.The passengers on board included 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese citizens, and 1 Canadian national.“This is a moment of profound grief. Air India offers its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. Our efforts now are focused entirely on the needs of all those affected, their families and loved ones,” the airline added.A team of Air India caregivers has been deployed in Ahmedabad to support families and assist local authorities. Air India has set up a dedicated helpline for relatives and concerned individuals: 1800 5691 444 (within India) and +91 8062779200 (international).
