Rescuers searched for survivors and debris in Ahmedabad after an Air India Boeing 787 crash killed over 240. Reports suggested India might ground the airline's 787 fleet.
The plane, bound for London, crashed shortly after takeoff into a residential area. Only one passenger survived. Local reports indicated ground fatalities as well.
Search efforts focused on buildings and aircraft parts. The air was filled with jet fuel fumes. One black box was recovered.
Prime Minister Modi visited the site. Residents described the impact. The tail of the plane was lodged on a building.
The investigation is reportedly looking at engine issues. Air India, Boeing, and the aviation ministry have not commented.
The crash was the Dreamliner's first since 2011. The plane involved began flying in 2013.
The sole survivor described a loud noise. Foreign ministers are in contact. Global leaders offered condolences.
Passengers included Indian, British, Portuguese, and Canadian citizens. Air India and Boeing are assisting the investigation.
The death toll was revised. Most passengers were found with seatbelts on.
In an unrelated event, an Air India flight made an emergency landing due to a bomb threat.
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