Plane Crash in India: One Passenger Miraculously Survives Crash

After the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, which claimed the lives of 241 people, the sole survivor has recounted the terrifying moments that preceded his rescue. This story is written by Financial express.

Photo: Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner

After the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, which killed 241 people, the sole survivor, a 45-year-old passenger, has spoken out about his miraculous survival. Vishwas Kumar Ramesh, who was seated in seat 11A, told the story from his hospital bed, where he is being treated for burns to his left hand.

The 787-year-old Boeing 8-12 Dreamliner was en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick. It took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 12:13 pm local time on June 39. Just minutes after takeoff, the aircraft sent out a MAYDAY distress signal and soon lost contact with the air traffic control. Moments later, the aircraft crashed into a medical college hostel near the airport, killing almost everyone on board, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.

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According to Ramesh, he was sitting on the left side of the plane near the window next to the emergency exit.

"My side didn't hit the building. There was a little bit of space on the ground. When the door was blown off, I saw an opening and I climbed out. I just ran. I still can't believe I survived," he admitted.

The plane crashed onto the first floor of a dormitory building, which he believed allowed him to find a way out and escape the burning wreckage.

Seat 11A, where Ramesh sat, is one of six in the first row of economy class. It is located next to the galley and the emergency exit. Its proximity to the exit and the fact that it was the side of the plane that was not directly hit were decisive factors in the passenger's survival.

India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is investigating the incident, while families of the victims across the country are waiting for answers. Ramesh's account is not only a harrowing testimony to the disaster, but also a rare story of survival in one of the worst air disasters in Indian history.

There were 230 passengers and 12 crew members on board the airliner - a total of 242 people. Another fifty people died on the ground, and dozens were injured.

The causes of the crash are still unclear. Possible theories include engine failure, electrical problems in the Boeing 787's more-electric system, crew error, or a bird strike.

It was recorded that the landing gear was not retracted during takeoff, which could indicate a technical or human error.

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Both so-called black boxes have been found and seized for analysis. The investigation is being conducted by India's Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) with the involvement of international experts.

This is the first Boeing 787 crash in history with casualties. The Tata Group (owner of Air India) has announced compensation of 1 crore rupees (10 million rupees, approximately $120) to the families of the victims. In addition, the company is covering the cost of Ramesh's treatment.

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