The aftermath of the Air India Dreamliner crash near Ahmedabad airport on June 12, 2025, continues to send shockwaves through the local community, leaving residents living in palpable fear and uncertainty. The crash, which claimed the lives of at least 270 people, including passengers, crew, and individuals on the ground, has triggered a wave of anxiety, prompting some to consider relocating while others grapple with concerns about plummeting property values and rental prospects.

The tragic incident involved an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London, which crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad International Airport. The aircraft plummeted into a densely populated area in Ahmedabad's Mikani Nagar, a mere 3 kilometers from the runway. The impact ignited massive fires, causing residential buildings and vehicles to collapse. Only one passenger survived the crash.

"We fear the plane will fall on us," expressed one resident, encapsulating the pervasive sense of dread that has gripped the community. This sentiment underscores the profound psychological impact of the disaster, as people now live with the haunting possibility of another aircraft plummeting from the sky. The crash has also exacerbated existing issues such as poor infrastructure, further compounding the challenges faced by those living in the vicinity of the airport.

In the wake of the tragedy, Air India has taken several steps to address safety concerns and prevent future incidents. These measures include enhanced safety inspections of its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet and a 15% reduction in international services on wide-body aircraft. The airline is also cooperating fully with authorities in the ongoing investigation.

According to Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau and DGCA have launched formal inquiries and that preliminary findings may take a month. He stated that AI-171 had a clean history, and there had been no previous safety issues identified. Chandrasekaran also announced the creation of an "AI-171 Trust" to provide long-term support to affected families.

Investigators are meticulously examining the wreckage and analyzing data from the aircraft's black boxes to determine the cause of the crash. The black box of the crashed Air India Boeing 787 aircraft sustained heavy external damage from post-crash fire, making it impossible to extract data in India. The black box is likely to be sent to the National Safety Transport Board's laboratory in Washington for analysis. The probe is being assisted by experts from the U.K., the U.S., and Boeing.

The accident has raised concerns about aviation safety standards, prompting a nationwide review of Boeing 787 aircraft. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered additional safety checks on Air India's Dreamliner fleet, and a high-level committee has been formed to examine the causes of the crash and recommend measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.