President Donald Trump has announced a major trade deal with Indonesia, declaring that the United States will now enjoy full market access to the Southeast Asian country. According to the President, Indonesia will impose a reduced 19% tariff on its exports to the United States, while American exports to Indonesia will be completely exempt from both tariffs and non-tariff barriers. In his statement, Trump also claimed that India is working along the same lines as Indonesia in its ongoing trade ta

The black box recovered from Air India flight AI 171, which crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, is being sent to the United States for further analysis. The flight, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner headed to London, tragically crashed into a hostel building at BJ Medical College seconds after takeoff, claiming 274 lives, including more than two dozen civilians on the ground. Initial reports reveal the cockpit voice recorder (CVR

Air India has announced a 15% cut in its international widebody operations, calling the move “painful but necessary” in the aftermath of the tragic crash of flight AI171 that killed 241 people. The airline is undergoing a period of intense scrutiny and operational stress, citing both internal safety concerns and external geopolitical disruptions. The decision follows a series of enhanced safety inspection

In a heartfelt address to Air India employees following the tragic crash of flight AI 171, Chairman N Chandrasekaran acknowledged the immense pain experienced by the airline family and expressed solidarity with the victims' families. Speaking to teams gathered at Air India Headquarters, Training Academy, and the Gurugram office on June 16, Chandrasekaran described the incident as the “most heartbreaking crisis” of his career. He emphasized the

An Air India flight operating from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to turn back mid-air after the pilot identified a possible technical glitch on board the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The aircraft, designated as flight AI315, had already taken off from Hong Kong when the pilot made the precautionary decision to return to the departure airport to ensure passenger safety. While details on the specific nature of the technica

A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return mid-air on Sunday following a suspected bomb threat, aviation sources confirmed. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operating as flight LH752, departed from Frankfurt at approximately 2:15 PM local time and was scheduled to arrive in Hyderabad at 6:00 AM on Monday. Shortly after takeoff, the airline’s crew received information regarding a po

In one of the deadliest air disasters in Indian aviation history, Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing 274 people. The aircraft was en route to Gatwick, London, with 242 people onboard, including 12 crew members. The last words from the cockpit, “Thrust not achieved… falling… Mayday! Mayday! Mayday!” were transm

Ahmedabad, June 12 – In a devastating tragedy, Air India Flight AI-171, en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed into a residential building near the airport shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members, erupted into flames on impact, resulting in 265 fatalities and only one survivor. Key Details:

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of 241 lives onboard and at least 28 fatalities on the ground. The aircraft crashed into a residential area housing medical students in Meghaninagar, Ahmedabad, causing widespread

In a catastrophic aviation disaster, Air India Flight AI171 crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad airport, killing at least 265 people and leaving only one survivor. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, en route to London’s Gatwick Airport, went down in the densely populated Meghaninagar area on Thursday afternoon, slamming into a medical college hostel and triggering a massive fire that engulfed the surroundings.

India was rocked by one of its deadliest aviation disasters when Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. The London-bound flight, carrying 242 people including 230 passengers, 10 crew members, and 2 pilots exploded into flames minutes after departure, killing 241 individuals. Miraculously, one passenger seated in 11A survived and is currently hospitalized.

Following the tragic crash of an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that killed over 265 people in Ahmedabad, US transportation authorities have said there is no immediate reason to ground the aircraft type globally. The fatal incident, one of the worst aviation disasters in the last decade, occurred shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft plummeted into a nearby building, killing passengers, crew, and people on th

A devastating crash involving an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has brought global attention back to serious safety concerns flagged over a year ago. On Thursday, Flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed shortly after takeoff, killing more than 200 people. While investigations are ongoing, the incident has triggered renewed focus on Boeing’s safety standards, particularly regarding the 787 series. In 20

A major aviation tragedy struck Ahmedabad on June 12 when Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route to London, crashed in the Meghani Nagar area just five minutes after takeoff. The aircraft, which had 242 people onboard including 230 passengers and 12 crew members was under the command of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and First Officer Clive Kundar. The flight had departed from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel I

Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, the two American astronauts who spent an unexpected nine months aboard the International Space Station following issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule, are gradually transitioning back to life on Earth. After their return in March, the duo has been undergoing a rigorous rehabilitation phase to recover from the physical toll of extended microgravity exposure. Now, they’re emerging stronger, participating in post-mission responsibilities with both N

In an unusual turn of events, President Donald Trump has found himself at the center of a rare moment of unity across America's deep political divide—only this time, the unity is rooted in criticism rather than support. The issue sparking widespread backlash is the president’s willingness to accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 jet, valued at approximately $400 million, from the royal family of Qatar. Though framed as a gift to the US Department of Defense for inclusion in the Air Force

Boeing has made significant strides in its commercial aircraft sales following U.S. President Donald Trump's recent diplomatic visit to the Middle East. The aviation giant secured two notable deals—one with Saudi Arabia's lessor AviLease for up to 30 737 MAX jets, and another with Qatar Airways, expected to include an order for at least 160 Boeing aircraft. These agreements represent a substantial boost to Boeing's order book and reflect growing ambitions within the Middle

In a significant escalation of the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and China, Chinese airlines have ceased accepting deliveries of Boeing aircraft. This development follows the imposition of steep tariffs by both nations, with the U.S. levying a 145% tariff on Chinese imports and China retaliating with a 125% tariff on U.S. goods, including aircraft. The suspension of deliveries has led Boeing to consider alternative markets for its aircraft. With approximately 50

Recent Disruptions in Space Missions: The recent delays in space missions have highlighted a recurring issue with helium leaks. Boeing's Starliner spacecraft had to return uncrewed to Earth after issues with its propulsion system, including problematic helium leaks. Similarly, SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission faced delays due to helium issues with ground equipment. These disruptions underscore the critical role helium plays in space technology and the chall