Published 06:50 IST, August 9th 2020
Kozhikode Air India crash LIVE Updates: CM announces 10 lakh ex-gratia; death toll at 18
AirIndia Express aircraft from Dubai to Calicut with 184 passengers has skid off the runway, crash landing at Karipur Airport, Calicut
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06:50 IST, August 9th 2020
'Findings of investigation will be made public': Hardeep Singh Puri on Kozhikode crash
Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has assured that the findings of the investigation into the tragic accident involving Air India Express flight from Dubai to Kozhikode will be made public. Earlier, while taking to Twitter, Puri informed that the black boxes of the Boeing 737 aircraft have been recovered.
Most importantly, as in case of Kozhikode accident, an enquiry has been ordered under Aircraft Act, black boxes of flight IX-1344 have been recovered. Findings of this investigation will be made public.
— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 8, 2020
06:50 IST, August 9th 2020
Mortal remains of co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar arrives at Delhi Airport
Delhi: Mortal remains of co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar who lost his life in the flight crash landing incident at Kozhikode arrives at Delhi Airport. Air India Express employees pay tributes to him. His mortal remains are being taken to his native place in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
Delhi: Mortal remains of co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar who lost his life in the flight crash landing incident at #Kozhikode arrives at Delhi Airport. Air India Express employees pay tributes to him.
— ANI (@ANI) August 8, 2020
His mortal remains are being taken to his native place in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. pic.twitter.com/vSlqc9tabW
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22:44 IST, August 8th 2020
Centre slams doubts in probe
I would like to remind my colleagues that the aircraft involved in the incident at Kozhikode was a B-737-800 which is NOT a wide body aircraft. As far as wide body aircraft are concerned, DGCA had carried out a thorough assessment & prescribed comprehensive mitigation measures. pic.twitter.com/7jjQS3deAd
— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 8, 2020
22:44 IST, August 8th 2020
Putin condoles deaths
Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent his condolences to President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the tragic plane crash at Kozhikode: India in Russia
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18:15 IST, August 8th 2020
CISF recommends awards to rescue officers
DG CISF Rajesh Ranjan has announced to award DG's commendation DISC to Dy. Commandant/CASO, Kishore Kumar A V, Asstt. Sub-Inspector Ajit Singh & Asstt. Sub-Inspector Mangal Singh, in recognition of their outstanding efforts during the rescue operations at Calicut Airport: CISF https://t.co/RaQrbwtMcu
— ANI (@ANI) August 8, 2020
18:15 IST, August 8th 2020
Maha Home Minister visits Capt DV Sathe's home
Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh met late Captain DV Sathe's family members at their residence in Nagpur today. Captain DV Sathe was flying the #AirIndiaExpress flight which crash-landed at #Kozhikode airport yesterday.
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16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
Deceased co-pilot's kin reminisces his humility
He was a very humble, polite, & well-behaved person. His wife is expecting to deliver their child in the next 15-17 days. He joined Air India in 2017 and had come home last, before lockdown: Basudev, cousin of co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar who lost his life in the #KozikhodePlaneCrash pic.twitter.com/seIqt4VfWi
— ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) August 8, 2020
16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
Deceased pilot's parents reminisce son's bravery
He was a great son & always first one to help others in need. His teachers still appreciate him: Neela Sathe, mother of late captain DV Sathe who was flying the flight which crash-landed at #Kozhikode airport
— ANI (@ANI) August 8, 2020
18 people, including the two pilots, lost their lives in the incident. pic.twitter.com/wm6GLbzth0
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16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
CM Vijayan announces Rs 10 lakh compensation
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakhs to the next of kin of each passenger who died in the #AirIndiaExpress crash that took place at the Karipur International Airport yesterday: Kerala Chief Minister's Office (CMO) pic.twitter.com/TQy6vEOjve
— ANI (@ANI) August 8, 2020
16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
Approach Radar system not used for landing: ATC
ATC sources state that the Approach Radar system was not used to assist landing. The Approach Radar is a computerized assist to land by analyzing speed and path of travel and even suggests where to land. This is part of the night landing system- Category Landing 2 (CAT). Manual navigational assistance was given to the flight.
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16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
AAI chairman on Kozhikode plane crash
The aircraft could not land at the runway where it had to, then landing was tried on another runway where the mishap happened. We are monitoring situation & airport will become operational soon: Arvind Singh, Airports Authority of India (AAI) Chairman
Directorate General of Civil Aviation had some issues with the runway in 2015, but after resolving those issues, clearance was given to it in 2019. The jumbo jets of Air India also used to land there
16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
Vande Bharat mission will continue: DGCA
VandeBharatMission flights have no problem, the mission will continue: Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA)
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16:00 IST, August 8th 2020
Air India to provide interim relief
Air India Express regret to confirm that its flight IX-1344 from DXB to CCJ was involved in an accident on the 7th August 2020 at Calicut. As an immediate relief, the airline will provide interim compensation to the to the next kin of the deceased and to the injured.
15:29 IST, August 8th 2020
Leaders visit accident site
Opposition Leader Ramesh Chennithala and KPCC President Mullappally Ramachandran Kunhalikutty visiting the accident site in Karipur.
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15:25 IST, August 8th 2020
CM, Union Minister visit accident site
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri visit accident site.
11:33 IST, August 8th 2020
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) officials recover Black Box
Kozhikode Air India Crash: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) officials recover Black Box of Air India Express flight.
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10:54 IST, August 8th 2020
Kozhikode Air India Crash: Two deceased found COVID-19 positive
Kozhikode Air India Crash: Two deceased found COVID-19 positive; rescue teams to undergo tests: Malappuram DC. Kerala health Miniter has asked everyone who was involved in the rescue operations to self-quarantine themselves.
09:33 IST, August 8th 2020
Kozhikode Plane Crash: Civil Aviation Min On His Way To Airport
Speaking to media on Saturday morning, Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri confirmed that casualties in the Kozhikode plane crash have increased to 18. He added that 127 people are in hospitals and rest have been discharged. Extending his condolences to the deceased, he said that even one death is unfortunate. He also hailed the braveheart Pilots, saying that their timely action has reduced the impact of the accident. The Civil Aviation Minister said that he is going to the Kozhikode airport now.
"It was a Vande Bharat flight. It landed at 07:41 pm. Weather conditions were unfavourable. Our task would have been much more difficult if the plane had caught fire. I am going to the airport," Hardeep Singh Puri said.
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08:06 IST, August 8th 2020
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan to visit accident site and hospitals
Kozhikode Air India plane crash: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan & DGP to visit the accident site.
#LIVE | Kozhikode Air India plane crash: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor Arif Mohammad Khan & DGP to visit the accident site. Watch here: https://t.co/RZHKU3wOei
— Republic (@republic) August 8, 2020
08:03 IST, August 8th 2020
Kozhikode airport closed temporarily
Kozhikode airport closed temporarily and all incoming flights diverted to either Kannur and Cochin international airports
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07:49 IST, August 8th 2020
Bhutan Foreign Ministry extends deepest condolences
Deepest condoloences for the Air India Express crash in Kozhikode, Kerala. We are deeply pained to hear the news and my prayers goes out for those passengers and crew who lost their lives and speedy recovery to those who are injured.
— ForeignMinisterBhutan (@FMBhutan) August 7, 2020
07:47 IST, August 8th 2020
Air India Express Employees Union issues statement
As the 2 pilots of the Air India Express flight lost their lives in the crash landing at Kozhikode International Airport, Air India Express Employees Union has extended their condolences to the Bravehearts. Capt. DV Sathe and First Officer Capt. Akhilesh Kumar lost their lives in the accident on Friday when Air India Express flight arriving in Kozhikode skid off the runway at 7.40PM.
The Air India Express Employees Union said that their loss has deeply saddened crew fraternity. They also extended deepest sympathies to passengers who lost their lives and are injured in the incident. They also said that the cabin crew received some injuries and are under treatment in Kozhikode hospital.
Here is the full statement:
Dear all,
Hearfelt condolences and prayers to our dear departed soul Capt. DV Sathe and First Officer Capt. Akhilesh Kumar of our flight IX-1344. Their loss has deeply saddened crew fraternity. They shall really be missed.
May GOD Almighty, give them peace and ease the pain of their family and friends.
We extend our deepest sympathies to pax who lost lives on Air India Express flight IX-1344 returning from Dubai .
This is to inform you that the cabin crew received some injuries and are under treatment in Kozhikode hospital.
With sincere sympathy,
Air India Express Employees Union
AIXEU
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07:38 IST, August 8th 2020
Two special relief flights have been arranged by Air India
Two special relief flights have been arranged from Delhi and Mumbai for rendering humanitarian assistance to all the passengers and the family members. AAIB, DGCA & Flight Safety Depts have reached to investigate the incident
06:40 IST, August 8th 2020
MoS Muralidharan reached Karipur airport
V. Muraleedharan, Minister of State for External Affairs reaches Karipur airport. Proceeds to Kozhikode
Kerala: Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan reaches #Kozhikode where Air India flight (IX-1344) crash-landed yesterday.
— ANI (@ANI) August 8, 2020
17 people including two pilots have lost their lives in the incident. Injured are admitted to hospitals in Malappuram & Kozhikode. pic.twitter.com/DimUR6tAhU
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06:32 IST, August 8th 2020
DGCA had issued a show-cause notice to Calicut airport over poor maintenance last year
Last year in July, the Calicut International Airport in Karipur was served notice by the Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGCA) over safety concerns. This came after an audit from July 2 to 5. The airport was served a show-cause notice over unsafe airport maintenance. The Airports Authority of India was given 15 days to respond to the notice. As per reports, the notice pointed out the excessive deposit of rubber and stagnating water on the runway.
06:12 IST, August 8th 2020
President of the Republic of Maldives extended his condolences
Extremely saddened to hear of the Air India Express plane crash in Kerala on Friday evening. I offer my condolences to the families of those affected by this tragedy, and prayers for the ongoing recovery effort.
— Ibrahim Mohamed Solih (@ibusolih) August 8, 2020
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04:53 IST, August 8th 2020
Death toll increases to 17
Air India Express, in an accidental bulletin, informed that the Kozhikode crash has claimed at least 17 lives, including the two pilots, while the four crew members are safe.
#UPDATE: Death toll in the flight crash landing incident at #Kozhikode rises to 17 including two pilots, according to Air India Express statement. pic.twitter.com/Hh84tDc3pn
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2020
04:46 IST, August 8th 2020
US, Afghan envoys extend condolences
On behalf of the U.S. Mission, we are deeply saddened by the news of the Air India accident in Kozhikode. The victims and their loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers.
— Ken Juster (@USAmbIndia) August 7, 2020
Shocked & pained to learn about the @airindiain tragic plane accident in Kozhikode, Kerala. On behalf of the Afghan Mission in India, I express my deepest condolences to the dear ones of the victims. Wishing the wounded a speedy recovery & may the souls of the demised RIP!
— Tahir Qadiry طاهر قادرى (@tahirqadiry) August 7, 2020
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04:17 IST, August 8th 2020
Pilot aborted two landings due to tailwind before crashing: Official
A senior investigator from DGCA informed that the Air India Express pilots, who died in the Kozhikode crash, tried to land the plane twice before the unfortunate crash landing at the tabletop runway. While speaking to ANI, the official said that the pilots aborted two landing due to tailwind.
The senior DGCA investigator said, “According to weather radar, the approach was for runway 28 but as pilots found difficulties they went around twice and came from the opposite side on runway 10 and the plane crash-landed at Kerala’s Kozhikode airport”.
03:16 IST, August 8th 2020
Politician condole loss
Deeply anguished by the loss of lives in the tragic air mishap at Kozhikode airport. My heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their dear ones in the crash & prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured.
— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) August 7, 2020
Disheartened to learn about the plane crash in #Kozhikode. Condolences to the family members of those who have lost their lives.#AirIndiaExpress
— Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) August 7, 2020
Shocked to hear about Air India Express plane skidding off the runway at Kozhikode airport. My thoughts are with the passengers, crew members and their loved ones.
— B.S. Yediyurappa (@BSYBJP) August 7, 2020
The news of Air India Plane crash in Kozhikode is distressing.
— Lok Sabha Speaker (@loksabhaspeaker) August 7, 2020
I convey condolences to the bereaved family members of those who lost their lives and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.#AirIndia #planecrash#KozhikodeAirCrash
Hon'ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan said: "My heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives following the crashlanding of AirIndiaExpress flight at Karipur. My prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured. " :PRO,KeralaRajBhavan
— Kerala Governor (@KeralaGovernor) August 7, 2020
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03:10 IST, August 8th 2020
President speaks to Kerala Governor
Deeply distressed to hear about the tragic plane crash of Air India Express flight at Kozhikode, Kerala. Spoke to @KeralaGovernor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan and inquired about the situation. Thoughts and prayers with affected passengers, crew members and their families.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 7, 2020
Hon'ble President Shri Ram Nath Kovind @rashtrapatibhvn conveyed condolence to families of those who lost their lives in the plane crash at Karipur.Hon'ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan had conveyed to Hon'ble President, the details of rescue work:PRO,KeralaRajBhavan #karipur
— Kerala Governor (@KeralaGovernor) August 7, 2020
02:57 IST, August 8th 2020
Infant succumbs to injuries: PRD Kozhikode
Kerala govt has confirmed that a one-year-old boy injured in the Air India crash has succumbed to his wounds at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. He is reported to be the youngest casualty in the plane crash.
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02:32 IST, August 8th 2020
United States sends condolences
Our hearts go out to those affected by the plane crash in #Kerala. We grieve with the family and friends of the deceased and wish a speedy recovery to those who were injured: United States Department of State pic.twitter.com/76Cn0xptWE
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2020
02:29 IST, August 8th 2020
Indian Consulate in Dubai to open at 8 am
Consulate will be open tomorrow Saturday August 8 at 8 AM to assist all who want any assistance to travel to Kerala or any information related to aircrash incident. We are with all the families of injured and deceased and will do our best to assist them @MEAIndia @IndembAbuDhabi
— India in Dubai (@cgidubai) August 7, 2020
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02:15 IST, August 8th 2020
Air India issues statement
In an accident bulletin, Air India confirmed that there were 184 passengers and 6 crew members on board its IX-1134 flight from Dubai.
The airline informed that evacuation operation started immediately and the survivors have been sent to various hospitals. It said that the Emergency Command Centre was immediately activated following the crash and they will be rendering necessary help to assist the emergency services and local authorities.
01:57 IST, August 8th 2020
Aerial view of landing site shows aircraft in pieces
While the Directorate General of Civil Aviation informed that the Air India Express flight from Dubai to Kozhikode fell down into the valley and split into two pieces, an aerial view of the crash-landing showed that the plane broke into three parts. According to Channel 24, the cockpit of the Boeing 737 was 20 meters away from the fuselage as the aircraft skidded off Runway 10.
Air India Plane Crash: Aerial view of landing site shows aircraft broke into three parts https://t.co/1KUXq0LP5Q
— Republic (@republic) August 7, 2020
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01:26 IST, August 8th 2020
MEA MoS Muraleedharan to leave for Kozhikode
Minister of States for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan told Republic TV that the Air India plane crash at the Kozhikode airport happened because of the heavy downpour in the area and authorities will probe the incident thoroughly.
He will be taking off for Kerala at 2.30 am on a special flight to access the damage.
Air India Plane Crash: MoS MEA Muraleedharan to visit Kozhikode airport crash site https://t.co/LwMtFIIpvo
— Republic (@republic) August 7, 2020
01:12 IST, August 8th 2020
Two investigation teams to leave for Kozhikode
Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has informed that two investigation teams of professionals from Air India and Airport Authority of India will be leaving for Kozhikode in the early hours of Saturday. He added that rescue operations are now complete.
Two investigation teams of professionals from @airindiain @AAI_Official & AAIB will leave for Kozhikode at 02.00 hrs & 05.00 hrs.
— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 7, 2020
Everyone has now been rescued from the aircraft.
Rescue operations are now complete.
Injured being treated at various city hospitals.
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00:13 IST, August 8th 2020
Union Civil Aviation Minister speaks to Republic
#LIVE | We are deeply distressed and anguished. This was a rescue flight of the Vande Bharat mission having 190 people. The weather conditions were rainy and visibility was only 2000 m. : Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Civil aviation minister
— Republic (@republic) August 7, 2020
Watch here live: https://t.co/rGQJsiKgt2 pic.twitter.com/nkmC2LAwC2
#LIVE | Fortunately, the plane did not catch fire. Fatality is at 15. We reached out to the kin. We will conduct an investigation into it and the team will leave for the site soon: Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Civil Aviation Minister
— Republic (@republic) August 7, 2020
Watch here live: https://t.co/RZHKU3wOei
23:48 IST, August 7th 2020
Kerala CM: Evacuation process complete
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, updating on the evacuation, took to twitter to inform that the process has been completed and the injured have been transferred to hospitals in Malappuram and Kozhikode.
Update on Kozhikode #crash
— Pinarayi Vijayan (@vijayanpinarayi) August 7, 2020
Evacuation completed.
Malappuram collector has informed that the rescue operations at the site have been completed.
Air india flight AXB1344 (@DXB to CCJ) had 190 passengers.
They all have been transferred to hospitals in Malappuram and Kozhikode.
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23:24 IST, August 7th 2020
Death toll increases to 16
All passengers suffer injuries except 1. MoS MEA spoke to PM Modi, to visit Calicut tomorrow
23:04 IST, August 7th 2020
Death toll increases to 14
Kerala: Visuals from outside Karipur Airport.
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2020
State Health Minister KK Shailaja says,'14 dead in Air India Express flight crash landing incident at Kozhikode. Those injured rushed to Kozhikode Medical College & other nearby hospitals. Those admitted are having serious injuries' pic.twitter.com/nZ9tH7HUFp
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22:59 IST, August 7th 2020
Civil aviation ministry calls emergency meeting
Delhi: An urgent meeting called of Civil Aviation Ministry is underway at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan. DGCA Director-General & officials of the ministry, Airport Authority of India & Air India Express are in the meeting.
22:55 IST, August 7th 2020
Governor says rescue ops complete
Governor Arif Mohammad Khan said to Republic, "Our whole focus is rescuing the passengers and rush them to hospitals. The Calicut DM was given the responsibility to take them. I spoke to CM and DGP, minutes after the incident. ministers were given instructions to reach the spot. Medical help is being provided. I heard that last 2 passengers have also been rescued".
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22:52 IST, August 7th 2020
Ambassador of India to UAE: 'Helpline numbers to be set up'
Ambassador of India to UAE Pawan Kapoor says that helpline numbers will soon be updated in the Embassy website. Air India express stated that help centres are being set up at Sharjah & Dubai
As per police authorities, so far 11 casualties have been reported and injured are being treated in hospitals. Full details awaited. People from India can call us on +971-565463903, +971 543090571, +971543090572 and +971 543090575 @MOS_MEA @IndembAbuDhabi
— India in Dubai (@cgidubai) August 7, 2020
22:52 IST, August 7th 2020
Union Civil Aviation Minister confirms 11 deaths
Deeply anguished & distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode.
— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 7, 2020
The @FlyWithIX flight number AXB-1344 on its way from Dubai to Kozhikode with 191 persons on board, overshot the runway in rainy conditions & went down 35 ft. into a slope before breaking up into two pieces.
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22:52 IST, August 7th 2020
All passengers & crew evacuated
Calicut Airport incident update : 190 out of 191 pax have been evacuated and sent to various hospitals. CISF is assisting in rescue and relief operation.
— CISF (@CISFHQrs) August 7, 2020
22:46 IST, August 7th 2020
Visuals of ongoing Rescue ops
Visuals show that the cockpit appears to have sheared off and has dropped into a gully. Currently, Rescue operations are trying to ensure fuel from aircraft doesn't leak.
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22:32 IST, August 7th 2020
Death toll increases to 11
Health Minister K K Shailaja has confirmed that 11 people have succumbed to the injuries at various hopsitals in Kozhikode.
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22:27 IST, August 7th 2020
Pilot tried to land plane twice: Sources
Sources state that the pilot had reportedly tried to land the plane once and failed, amid heavy rain and poor visibility. Following which the pliot had reportedly taken off and tried to land again, but failed to do so. After that the plane has fallen into a 35 feet-deep gorge, resulting into major fuselage damage with the plane - resulting it splitting into two.
22:27 IST, August 7th 2020
President Kovind condoles death
Deeply distressed to hear about the tragic plane crash of Air India Express flight at Kozhikode, Kerala. Spoke to @KeralaGovernor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan and inquired about the situation. Thoughts and prayers with affected passengers, crew members and their families.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 7, 2020
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22:27 IST, August 7th 2020
MEA releases helpline numbers
We are deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 at Kozhikode.
— Anurag Srivastava (@MEAIndia) August 7, 2020
MEA helplines are open 24x7:
📞 1800 118 797
📞 +91 11 23012113
📞+91 11 23014104
📞+91 11 23017905
Fax: +91 11 23018158
Email: covid19@mea.gov.in
22:23 IST, August 7th 2020
NDRF DG says 'Waterlogging on the runway'
NDRF DG SN Pradhan speaking to Republic said, "There was waterlogging on the runway. The aircraft dropped some height. NDRF team will be reaching in 30 mins. I have been told that front part damaged badly and passengers are there onboard."
We must remember that it is a tabletop runway at Kozhikode. There seems to have been injuries among all the passengers & some of them are unconscious. An NDRF team has been rushed to the spot & should be reaching any time there to join search &rescue operation: NDRF DG SN Pradhan https://t.co/Vgtq7UJuRC pic.twitter.com/Jo4cckfNmk
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2020
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22:10 IST, August 7th 2020
Politicians react on aircrash
Shocked at the news of #AirIndia plane crash in #Kozhikode
— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) August 7, 2020
My prayers with passengers onboard the flight.Hope missing passengers are found soon.
Wishing a speedy recovery to those injured.
Deepest condolences to those who lost their loved ones.May the souls of the departed RIP
News about the accident of #AirIndia flight at #Kozhikode airport is disturbing and disheartening.
— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) August 7, 2020
Pray for the well-being of all the passengers and crew.
Tragic day for Kerala. First the deaths in Munnar & now this: I hear both pilots have died. Hope rescue efforts will succeed in saving all the passengers #KozhikodeAirCrash https://t.co/Jd6ZjgzkHH
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) August 7, 2020
Shocked at the devastating news of the plane mishap in Kozhikode. Deepest condolences to the friends and family of those who died in this accident. Prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 7, 2020
Devastating news from Kozhikode, Kerala. I am deeply anguished by the loss of lives due to an accident carrying several passengers on Air India flight.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 7, 2020
In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.
Shocked to know of the #AirIndiaExpress tragedy in Kozhikode. Hope and prayers for all on board.
— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) August 7, 2020
Understand that @NDRFHQ is being rushed to the spot. #KeralaRains #airindia
Deeply distressed to hear about the Air India Express tragedy at Kozhikode. Prayers are with the bereaved families and those injured. We are ascertaining further details.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 7, 2020
Saddened to learn about the tragic accident of Air India Express aircraft in Kozhikode, Kerala. Hon Home Minister @Amitshah Ji has given direction to the concerned agencies for rescue program. I pray for the safety of passengers.
— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) August 7, 2020
The unprecedented tragedy at Calicut has shocked our collective conscience. Pray to the almighty for the well being of passengers and extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased.
— K C Venugopal (@kcvenugopalmp) August 7, 2020
Urge the Congress friends to extend all efforts in rescue efforts.
My deepest condolences to the loved ones of crew members, passengers who lost their lives in the tragic Air India plane mishap in Kozhikode. Praying for the well being and recovery of all survivors.
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) August 7, 2020
Pained to hear about the accident of Air India Express Aircraft in Kozhikode, Kerala.
— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) August 7, 2020
Praying for the safety of all passengers & crew. My deepest condolences to the grieving families.
केरल में #AirIndia विमान के दुर्घटनाग्रस्त होने की दुखद घटना की जानकारी मिली है।
— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) August 7, 2020
ईश्वर से सभी यात्रियों और चालक दल के सदस्यों की सुरक्षा के लिए प्रार्थना करता हूँ।
Shocked to know about the tragic plane mishap in #Kozhikode, #Kerala. Hope most passengers can be rescued & saved. My Deepest condolences to the families, who lost loved one in this accident. Prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured.
— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) August 7, 2020
Distressed to learn about tragic accident of Air India Express aircraft in Kozhikode, Kerala.
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) August 7, 2020
On the instructions of PM @narendramodi, everything possible being done to assist the rescue operations.MHA on directions of HM Sh @AmitShah has also issued the necessary directions.
22:10 IST, August 7th 2020
2 dead, over 38 injured: Govt sources
Two people on board ill-fated Dubai-Calicut Air India Express flight killed in accident at Karipur airport: Govt sources
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 7, 2020
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22:10 IST, August 7th 2020
PM Modi tweets on aircrash
Pained by the plane accident in Kozhikode. My thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover at the earliest. Spoke to Kerala CM @vijayanpinarayi Ji regarding the situation. Authorities are at the spot, providing all assistance to the affected.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 7, 2020
21:54 IST, August 7th 2020
Visuals from the site
#UPDATE Teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are being rushed to Karipur Airport where the Dubai-Kozhikode flight skidded off the runway, for search & rescue: NDRF Director General SN Pradhan https://t.co/XbEAw2GA4o
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2020
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21:45 IST, August 7th 2020
Kerala CM deputes AC Moideen for rescue operations
Kerala chief minister pinarayi vijayan expressed shock over the tragic mishap of the Air India Express at Kozhikode airport this evening. The CM asked all govt agencies to engage in rescue operations using all government facilities.
The CM has deputed A C Moideen, minister for local bodies, to coordinate the rescue operations. AC Moideen has already left for Karipur from Thrisur. CM also has deputed an IG of Police to oversee the rescue operation. Fire and Rescue teams of two district's also have been engaged. Health authorities have been instructed to provide all possible medical aid to save lives of victims.
21:42 IST, August 7th 2020
PM Modi speaks to CM Vijayan on Kozhikode crash
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on the phone about the Karipur plane crash. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister that a team of officials including Kozhikode and Malappuram District Collectors and IG Ashok Yadav had arrived at the airport and were participating in the rescue operation.
Unconfirmed reports have emerged that some people, including the pilot, have died. Several people were injured. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister that the state government has taken steps to provide treatment to the injured and all other facilities. The Prime Minister promised all the assistance of the Central Government. The CM said that all the mechanisms of the state government will be used to deal with the emergency.
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21:34 IST, August 7th 2020
Air India plane skids during landing
In a massive development, AirIndia Express aircraft from Dubai to Calicut with 191 passengers has skid off the runway, crash landing at Karipur Airport, Kozhikode. The runway which is of tabletop pattern was reportedly waterlogged. Fire tenders and ambulances rushed to the spot. The incident took place amid very heavy rainfall in the area around 7:40 PM. Sources report that the airplane belonged to the Vande Bharat mission.
Kerala: An Air India Express plane skidded during landing at Karipur Airport, Kozhikode. More details awaited. pic.twitter.com/TxrQEzxPDV
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2020
21:28 IST, August 7th 2020
AI issues helpline numbers
Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 from Dubai to Calicut skidded off the runway. We pray for well being of passengers and crew and will keep you updated as and when we receive further updates.
Our helplines 056 546 3903, 0543090572, 0543090572, 0543090575
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21:22 IST, August 7th 2020
Home Minister condoles tragedy
Distressed to learn about the tragic accident of Air India Express aircraft in Kozhikode, Kerala.
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 7, 2020
Have instructed NDRF to reach the site at the earliest and assist with the rescue operations.
21:21 IST, August 7th 2020
Visuals of the air crash
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21:21 IST, August 7th 2020
DGCA DG speaks to Republic
Speaking to Republic, DGCA DG Arun Kumar Arun Kumar said, "Flight from Dubai. landed in Calicut and landing was not smooth with the airport falling into a valley. While the plane did not catch fire, it broke into 2 parts. There are 189 passengers on the plane, but rescue operations continue."
21:21 IST, August 7th 2020
184 passengers in the plane
Sources report that there were 184 passengers including 174 adults and 10 infants. There were 6 crew members and 2 pilots - Capt. Deepak Vasant, Co pilot-Akhilesh, Shilpa katara, Akshay Pal Singh, Lalit Kumar, Biswas.
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21:21 IST, August 7th 2020
Manjinder Sirsa expresses condolences
Air India Express flight from Dubai with 191 passengers on board crash lands at Calicut, airplane has broken in to 2 pieces.
— Manjinder Singh Sirsa (@mssirsa) August 7, 2020
The pilot is reported to be dead. My condolences with his family 🙏🏻 We pray for the well-being of every traveller#AirIndiaExpress pic.twitter.com/lP59JATVWs
21:21 IST, August 7th 2020
CM Pinarayi Vijayan issues statement
Have instructed Police and Fire Force to take urgent action in the wake of the plane crash at the Kozhikode International airport (CCJ) in Karipur. Have also directed the officials to make necessary arrangements for rescue and medical support.
— Pinarayi Vijayan (@vijayanpinarayi) August 7, 2020
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21:21 IST, August 7th 2020
Rescue mission underway
Sources have reported that 17 people have moved to mercy hospital in Kondotty, 20 people to relief hospital in Kondotty, 10 to MIMS Kozhikode.
21:03 IST, August 7th 2020
DGCA statement on Air plane crash
Air india Express AXB1344, B737 Dubai to Calicut, person on board 191, visibility 2000 meter, heavy rain, after landing Runway 10, continue running to end of runway and fall down in the valley and broke down in two pieces.
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21:03 IST, August 7th 2020
Air India reveals 6 crew members
The Air India flight (IX-1344) from Dubai carrying 174 passengers skidded during landing at Karipur Airport in Kozhikode (Kerala) today. There were 6 crew members onboard, including two pilots: Air India Express
20:59 IST, August 7th 2020
Former MOS Tourism - Alphons KJ claims pilot dead
Reacting to the news, Former MOS Tourism - Alphons KJ tweeted that the front portion of the flight has split and that the pilot had lost his life. While lots of passengers had been injured, he claimed that all passengers were evacuated.
Second tragedy of the day in Kerala : Air India Express skids off the run way at Kozhikode, front portion splits , pilot dies and lots of passengers injured . All passengers evacuated. Very lucky the aircraft didn’t catch fire @narendramodi @JPNadda
— Alphons KJ (@alphonstourism) August 7, 2020
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20:59 IST, August 7th 2020