This special edition of the Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service reports on the crash of an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, en route to London Gatwick. The plane, carrying over 240 people, crashed into a residential area, including a doctor's hostel, leading to numerous casualties. The podcast includes updates from correspondents on the ground, eyewitness accounts, and statements from officials, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. An aviation expert provides initial analysis, noting potential cockpit errors related to the retraction of the undercarriage and flaps. The report also covers the reactions in India and the UK, the impact on Air India, and the ongoing rescue and recovery efforts.
