Ahmedabad plane crash: Co-pilot Clive Kunder had 1,100 hours of flight experience; 1,500 needed to captain a commercial aircraft

Clive Kunder, 34, the First Officer on the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad, has connections to coastal Karnataka. He is the son of Clifford Kunder from Malpe and Rekha from Mangaluru. Clive’s parents, currently visiting their architect daughter in Australia, are expected to return home soon following the tragic incident.

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Air India crash: Tragedy far beyond fuselage as Ahmedabad’s BJ Medical Hostel becomes death zone; doctors among 265 dead, body count rising

An Air India Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad, killing at least 265 people. The plane plummeted into the residential quarters and mess of BJ Medical College, claiming the lives of doctors, students, and others on the ground. The Tata Group has announced compensation for the victims’ families and pledged to rebuild the damaged facilities.

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In 34 seconds: 3 photos that tell the full horror of Ahmedabad-London Air India flight AI-171’s final moments

A London-bound Air India Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers and crew, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport, killing at least 245 people. The aircraft, appearing unusually low, impacted a hostel near the airport. Initial investigations suggest a possible double engine failure, though other factors are being examined. The Tata Group has announced compensation for the victims’ families.

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Ahmedabad Air India crash: PM Narendra Modi visits wreckage site, to visit Civil Hospital

Following the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed 241 lives, Prime Minister Modi visited the site to assess the damage. The crash of Flight AI171, en route to London, prompted a formal investigation led by the AAIB, with international assistance. Compensation has been announced for the victims’ families as rescue and identification efforts continue amidst the devastation.

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