Was this a planned attack? Are there any stories or conspiracy theories going around?
Current Status:
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 787-8 crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad. The investigation so far has not indicated any foul play or terrorist attack.
🔍 What the experts and authorities say:
The plane began to gain altitude unusually slowly and crashed about 50 seconds after takeoff. The pilot gave a MAYDAY call and then the transponder signal was cut off.
Investigators are focused on technical failure, loss of engine power, bird strikes or incorrect flap/gear positioning — not foul play.
A host on Fox News channel tried to suggest it was an attack on India or a deliberate accident, but aviation expert Mike Boyd refuted this, saying India's aviation safety standards are very high.
👀 On conspiracy theories:
Some online theories suggest a conspiracy based on past international events, but no evidence has been found in this case so far.
No terrorist organization or individual has claimed responsibility.
There have been no suspicious calls, conversations, or cyber alerts.
🔧 Now what?
India's DGCA, the US NTSB and the UK's AAIB are jointly conducting a thorough investigation of the black boxes and data records.
The investigation could take several months.
One passenger miraculously survived and is in hospital.
✅ Conclusion:
❌ This does not seem to be a conspiracy or an attack.
🛠️The accident may have occurred due to technical or operational failure.
📂 The investigation is ongoing — any conclusions would be premature.
👉 Be cautious of rumours and unverified claims. Do not trust them until an official report comes in.