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Kozhikode AI crash Live: Flight data recorder recovered from aircraft, four cabin crew members safe
Kozhikode AI crash Live: Flight data recorder recovered from aircraft, four cabin crew members safe
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Published : Aug 7, 2020, 8:44 PM IST

Updated : Aug 10, 2020, 8:04 AM IST

21:32 August 08

We are closely monitoring the developments related to accident, says ICPA

The Indian Commercial Pilots' Association (ICPA) said that it is closely monitoring the developments related to the accident of Air India Express Flight IX 1344.  

"Our thoughts are with the families of the pilots and passengers who lost their lives in the accident. We send our support and wishes for a speedy recovery to all the survivors, many of them injured and in hospital," said an ICPA release.  

"We stress the need to avoid speculation and theories as to the circumstances of this accident. We are also willing to offer any assistance to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau in order to help gather facts and any other safety and security information which may be pertinent to this tragic event," it further added.

21:29 August 08

DGCA should not allow landings at Kozhikode airport during monsoons: Aviation safety expert

Aviation safety expert Captain Ranganathan, who had earlier flagged concerns about Kozhikode airport runway, said that regulator DGCA should not allow the landing of flights during monsoons on runway 10 at the aerodrome.

"Death due to an accident is something which happens when you don't know but when you knew the danger existed and you were warned about it and you took no action and an accident takes place, then it is definitely murder," Ranganathan told media. 

In 2011, he had warned that flights landing on runway 10 in tailwind conditions in rain at the Kozhikode airport endanger the lives of people onboard those flights.

He also said that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) should enforce the correct runway code for Kozhikode airport.

18:39 August 08

DG's commendation DISC to CISF personnel
DG's commendation DISC to CISF personnel

DG's commendation DISC to CISF personnel

Directorate General of CISF Rajesh Ranjan has announced to award DG's commendation DISC to Deputy Commandant/CASO, Kishore Kumar AV, Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajit Singh and Assistant Sub-Inspector Mangal Singh, in recognition of their outstanding efforts during the rescue operations at Calicut Airport: CISF

18:31 August 08

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh meets Captain Sathe's family
Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh meets Captain Sathe's family

Captain Sathe's family concerned about table-top airports, says Anil Deshmukh

The family of Captain Deepak V Sathe expressed concerns about 'table-top airports' in the country, Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said. 

Deshmukh met his relatives here on Saturday to pay his condolences.  

"The family expressed concerns about table-top airports in the country while speaking to me. They said the Civil Aviation Ministry should ensure that such incidents do not happen again," he told reporters.  

A family member told the media that Captain Sathe was a very experienced pilot, and he could not have made any mistake while landing.  

The government should think about how to avoid such incidents at table-top airports, she said.

18:25 August 08

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits plane crash site
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits plane crash site

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits plane crash site

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and state Health Minister KK Shailaja visited the plane crash site in Kozhikode. CM Vijayan also appreciated the instant response of the locals living in the vicinity of the airport and also the local authorities to the tragedy, which ensured the minimum loss of lives in a disaster of such large magnitude.

16:09 August 08

Deeply disheartened, says Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

"Deeply disheartened" over the news of the flight crash at Kozhikode in Kerala, Tamil Nadu chief minister K Palaniswami today said in a statement.

"I am deeply disheartened to hear the news of the flight crash at Kozhikode. I pray to God to give enough strength to the families of victims and for the speedy recovery of the injured," he said.

16:06 August 08

Accident victims will be tested for COVID including those who died: Kerala govt 

All the accident victims will be tested for COVID including those who died in the crash. So far, only one victim has tested positive for Coronavirus: Kerala Chief Minister's Office (CMO)

15:13 August 08

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri speaking to media

Three passengers on ventilator, probe underway: Puri 

Speaking to reporters, Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said, "There were 190 people on board the aircraft. Out of them, 18 lost their lives. Around 149 people were admitted to hospitals out of which 23 have been discharged. A few patients are in critical condition, three of them are on ventilators. We visited the site of the crash and two black boxes have been recovered. The precise cause of the mishap will be determined when we analyse the data in those black boxes."

15:05 August 08

CM Vijayan praises 'fast-response' of locals and officials

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan praised the 'fast-response' of the local people and officials in being the first to reach the aircraft crash site to rescue passengers, braving inclement weather and COVID-19 fears, "which made all the difference." 

"Yesterday, the fast response of local people and officials made all the difference. They braved bad weather and COVID fears to rescue their fellow beings. The long queue of people who wanted to donate blood was just one example," Vijayan added. 

14:27 August 08

Deeply shocked about tragic accident of AI Express: Bangladesh Foreign Minister to Jaishankar

"Deeply shocked about tragic accident of Air India Express flight in Kozhikode, that took precious lives & injured many. I convey our deepest condolence. Our thoughts, prayers are with bereaved families," Bangladesh Foreign Minister AK Momen's message to EAM S Jaishankar.

14:17 August 08

Families of deceased pilots escorted to Kozhikode: AI Express

"Family of pilot-in-command Deepak Sathe escorted to Kozhikode hospital where his mortal remains were kept for post-mortem," said Air India Express

It added, "Family of deceased co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar has already been escorted from Delhi to Kozhikode."

14:15 August 08

Kerala govt announces Rs 10 lakh compensation to kin of deceased

Kerala government announced Rs 10 lakh compensation to families of those who lost their lives in the Air India Express flight crash at Karipur airport in Kozhikode

14:14 August 08

DGCA's issues were resolved in 2019: 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," said Arvind Singh, Airport Authority of India Chairman.

13:21 August 08

Interim relief of Rs 10 lakhs to kin of each deceased: Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh

As an interim relief, we will be making a payment of Rs 10 lakhs (to kin) of each deceased, Rs 2 lakhs for seriously injured & Rs 50,000 for those who suffered minor injuries: Hardeep Singh Puri, Civil Aviation Minister

13:13 August 08

Preventive action minimised the loss of lives: Aviation Minister Hardeep Puri

"We were fortunate that unlike the tragic accident at Mangaluru Airport 10 years ago, where the aircraft caught fire, here preventive action minimised the loss of lives," said Hardeep Singh Puri, Civil Aviation Minister.

"Reasons for Air India Express flight crash at Karipur airport being investigated," Puri added.

13:11 August 08

Air India CMD takes stock of situation at Kerala plane crash site
Air India CMD takes stock of situation at Kerala plane crash site

Air India CMD takes stock of situation at Kerala plane crash site

Air India Chairman and Managing Director Rajiv Bansal, along with senior officials of the airline, arrived at the Kozhikode airport on Saturday to take stock of the situation, where an Air India Express flight crash-landed on Friday night killing 18 people.

He was also briefed by a team of experts on the spot. Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs V Muraleedharan also visited the crash site earlier today.

13:04 August 08

  • केरल में कलरात दुर्घटनाग्रस्त एयर इण्डिया के पायलटों द्वारा अपनी जान देकर विमान में सवार 190 में से अधिकतर यात्रियों की जान बचाने के लिए उनकी बेमिसाल दक्षता, सूझबूझ व बहादुरी को सलाम। केन्द्र व राज्य सरकार से अपील है कि वे ऐसे सपूतों की कुर्बानी को पूरा आदर-सम्मान जरूर दे।

    — Mayawati (@Mayawati) August 8, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

BSP Chief Mayawati lauds effort of pilots

Taking it to Twitter, BSP Chief Mayawati said, "The presence of mind and courage of both the pilots saved the lives of so many passengers on board in Kozhikode tragedy. I request the Centre and the state government to pay them full honours."

12:58 August 08

Air India changes its social media display picture post Kozhikode tragedy

Following the Kozhikode tragedy, Air India changed its social media display pictures to black colour as it also mourns the death of two of its pilots.

12:54 August 08

CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits Kozhikode Medical College
CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits Kozhikode Medical College

CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits Kozhikode Medical College

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan & Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan visit Kozhikode Medical College, where several passengers who were injured in Kozhikode plane crash are admitted. 
 

12:37 August 08

Hardeep Singh takes stock of situation

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh reaches Kozhikode

Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reached Kozhikode to take a stock of the situation.

Puri tweeted, "Reached Kozhikode to take stock of the status & implementation of relief measures after the air accident last evening. Will hold consultations with senior civil aviation officials & professionals."

"Digital Flight Data Recorder & Cockpit Voice Recorder of the ill-fated aircraft have been retrieved. AAIB is conducting investigations," his tweet read further. 

12:33 August 08

Black box of Air India Express flight recovered
Black box of Air India Express flight recovered

Black box of Air India Express flight recovered

A team of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) investigating the crash of Air India Express aircraft at the Kozhikode airport recovered its black box on Saturday, officials said.

The black box records the conversation between the pilots as well as with the air traffic control tower, apart from the flight data.

The flight commanded by veteran pilot DV Sathe and co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar had skidded off on Friday evening and plunged 35 feet down the table-top airport runway, killing 18 persons.

At least 123 passengers were injured, with a few in serious condition and undergoing treatment at various hospitals here.

According to aviation guidelines, the DGCA will conduct a detailed probe and identify the real cause of the accident.

All top officials of Air India Express are already here. Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is slated to arrive in the city by noon, apart from Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, few of his Cabinet colleagues, state Chief Secretary and the DGP.

12:28 August 08

Watch eyewitness Central Industrial Security Force's ASI Ajeet Singh narrate the incident

Watch eyewitness Central Industrial Security Force's ASI Ajeet Singh narrate the incident

12:27 August 08

Sathe always helped others in need, says late pilot's mother

Sathe always helped others in need, says late pilot's mother

"He was a great son and always the first one to help others in need. His teachers still appreciate him, "said Neela Sathe, mother of late captain DV Sathe who was flying the flight which crash-landed at Kozhikode airport 
 

12:25 August 08

Guv Arif Mohammad khan visits crash site

Guv Arif Mohammad khan visits crash site

Kerala Governor, Arif Mohammad Khan visited Kozhikode Airport, where an Air India Expres flight crash landed yesterday.

12:09 August 08

Deceased passenger tests positive for COVID-19

One of the 18 passengers, who died when an Air India Express flight from Dubai crashed landed at the airport here, has tested positive for COVID-19. Higher Education Minister KT Jaleel told the media that samples of the passenger, Sudheer Varyath (45), were sent for testing and it has returned positive for the disease.

11:52 August 08

149 passengers admitted to hospitals: Malappuram Collector 

 K Gopalakrishnan, Malappuram Collector said, " 180 passengers and 6 crew members were onboard the flight. 149 injured passengers admitted to hospitals in Malappuram and Kozhikode districts, 22 in critical condition. 22 discharged after first aid."

11:51 August 08

PM Modi assured all possible assistance: V Muraleedharan

PM Modi assured all possible assistance: V Muraleedharan

Talking to ETV Bharat, V Muraleedharan, MoS External Affairs said," CM Pinarayi Vijayan had spoken to me yesterday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in touch with me after I reached the airport. He had enquired about the latest situation. PM Modi has also assured of all assistance and has directed the officers to make the necessary arrangements."

He added, "I will coordinate with the civil authorities on and local government, and will also accompany the Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. I will also visit the injured people in hospitals and their family. I have contacted the Kerala ministers and they said that they had taken all the requirements. District administration authorities have been instructed to take care of all necessary requirements."

11:38 August 08

Cockpit voice recorder recovered

Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) recovered Digital Flight Data Recorder and Cockpit Voice Recorder from the aircraft. These will be brought to Delhi for further investigation

11:31 August 08

AI Express plane touched down near taxiway, 1,000 metres from beginning of runway
The Air India Express plane, carrying 190 people from Dubai, on Friday touched down near a taxiway that is around 1,000 metres from the beginning of the runway at the Kozhikode airport before breaking up into two pieces, according to AAI. The pilot of the ill-fated flight -- IX-1344 -- could not sight the runway in the first landing attempt due to heavy rains.
          

The Kozhikode airport in Kerala has a table-top runway and is operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Generally, table-top runways are constructed on a hilly or an elevated terrain.

11:29 August 08

Aircraft overshot runway, fell off tabletop: DG CISF 

Incident occurred around 7:40 pm. Aircraft overshot runway & fell off tabletop, splitting into two. Over 40 CISF personnel, Quick Response Team & Chief Airport Security Officer reached in minutes & started evacuation with Airports Authority of India: MA Ganapathy, Special DG CISF

11:02 August 08

V Muraleedharan visits crash site

V Muraleedharan visits crash site

V Muraleedharan, MoS External Affairs visited Kozhikode Airport, where an Air India Express flight crashlanded yesterday.

10:45 August 08

Four cabin crew members safe, says airlines

Four cabin crew members of the Air India Express flight that crash-landed at the Karipur airport here are safe, the national transporter said on Saturday. "The four cabin crew members are confirmed safe," Air India Express said in a bulletin.

10:42 August 08

Rescued passengers to undergo COVID-19 test: KK Shailaja

KK Shailaja, Kerala Health Minister. said that all those who were involved in rescue operations at Kozhikode Airport should go into self-quarantine. She added, "State Government to conduct COVID-19 tests of all."

10:20 August 08

  • My heart bleeds for the air accident of #AirIndiaExpress in Kozhikode and landslide in #Idukki. My thoughts are with those who lost their beloved ones and are injured. I hope search & rescue will conclude as quickly as possible.

    — Satoshi Suzuki (@EOJinIndia) August 8, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

"My heart bleeds for the air accident of Air India Express in Kozhikode and landslide in Idukki. My thoughts are with those who lost their beloved ones and are injured. I hope search & rescue will conclude as quickly as possible," tweeted Satoshi Suzuki, Ambassador of Japan to India.

10:19 August 08

Digital Flight Data Recorder recovered: DGCA official

"Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) has been recovered from the aircraft. Floorboard is being cut to retrieve Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR)," said Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) official.

10:17 August 08

DGCA has announced enquiry: Muraleedharan

"I have seen debris, Air India Express aircraft is broken into 2 pieces. Inspection is being done. Some part of aircraft was torn apart during rescue operation. DGCA has announced an enquiry. Civil Aviation Minister will reach around 12 pm, " said Muraleedharan, MoS External Affairs

10:01 August 08

  • Deeply saddened by the news of Air India Express aircraft's accident in Kerala, India last night. Nepal extends deep condolences to the bereaved families and wishes for speedy recovery of those injured.

    — Pradeep Gyawali (@PradeepgyawaliK) August 8, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Deeply saddened by news of AI express flight accident: Nepal Foreign Minister

Nepal's Minister of Foreign Affairs Pradeep Gyawali expressed grief over Kozhikode tragedy. Taking it to Twitter, he said, "Deeply saddened by the news of Air India Express aircraft's accident in Kerala, India last night. Nepal extends deep condolences to the bereaved families and wishes for speedy recovery of those injured."

09:41 August 08

Another high-level DGCA meet scheduled

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DG), Civil Aviation Ministry senior officials, Airports Authority of India, and Air Navigation Service members will meet in Delhi today over crash landing of an Air India Express flight in Kozhikode yesterday.

09:04 August 08

Death toll in Air India Express flight crash rises to 18

The death toll in the Air India Express flight crash at the airport here rose to 18 on Saturday with one more passenger succumbing to injuries. Malappuram District Collector K Gopalakrishnan told reporters here that one more passenger had succumbed to injuries. Except one, all those who had perished in the accident have been identified, he said.

08:44 August 08

Slippery runway appears to have caused crash: Hardeep Singh Puri

Slippery runway appears to have caused crash: Hardeep Singh Puri

Under the Vande Bharat Mission, the flight was coming from Dubai carrying 190 passengers. Pilot must have tried to bring the flight to the end of tabletop airport's runway where it skidded due to slippery conditions owing to monsoon: Hardeep Puri, Civil Aviation Minister

08:33 August 08

Hardeep Singh enroute Kozhikode Airport

"18 people, including two pilots, have lost their lives, it is unfortunate. 127 people are at hospitals, others have been released," said Hardeep Singh Puri, Civil Aviation Minister.

He said, "Our task would have been much more difficult if the plane had caught fire. I am going to the airport (Kozhikode International Airport in Karipur)

08:25 August 08

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and state governor to visit Karipur today

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to visit Karipur today, where an Air India Express flight crash-landed yesterday. 

08:24 August 08

Wreckage of Air India Express flight

Wreckage of Air India Express flight that crash-landed at Kozhikode International Airport in Karipur yesterday. 

07:47 August 08

Special relief flights arranged, probe ordered

Two special relief flights have been arranged from Delhi and one from Mumbai for rendering humanitarian assistance to all the passengers and the family members. AAIB, DGCA & Flight Safety Depts have reached to investigate the incident

07:45 August 08

DGCA officials at crash site

Officials of DGCA and other agencies under the union civil aviation ministry arrived at the Calicut International Airport to probe into the Air India Express flight crash which has claimed 19 lives so far. 

07:06 August 08

'Very sad, unfortunate incident': VS Muraleedharan on Kozhikode crash

'Very sad, unfortunate incident': VS Muraleedharan on Kozhikode crash

Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan reached Kozhikode where Air India flight (IX-1344) crash-landed yesterday. 

Talking to reporters, he expressed grief over the incident and termed it as 'very sad and unfortunate'. 

"Deeply anguished to hear about the mishap in Calicut airport involving the flight from Dubai to Calicut. Was informed that the plane overshot the runway and seemingly nosedived," the Minister tweeted.

04:06 August 08

US, Afghan envoys extend condolences over Air India Express tragedy in Kerala

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

US envoy Ken Juster has expressed his grief over the plane crash incident which took place in Kozhikode of Kerala on Friday evening. "On behalf of the US 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," tweeted the US Envoy. 

Tahir Qadiry, Afghan Charge d'Affaires to India, also paid condolences "to the dear ones" of the deceased of the Air India Express plane tragedy in Kozhikode. "Shocked and pained to learn about the Air India 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 and may the souls of the demised RIP!," he tweeted.

03:08 August 08

MEA issues helpline numbers, says 'deeply saddened by tragedy'

  • We are deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 at Kozhikode.

    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

    — Anurag Srivastava (@MEAIndia) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued four helpline numbers for the families of those who travelled in Air India Express flight number IX-1344 which met with an accident at Kozhikode in Kerala on Friday.

The MEA expressed grief over the tragedy and said that full details of the injured and casualties are awaited. 

"We are deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 at Kozhikode. MEA helplines are open 24x7: 1800 118 797, +91 11 23012113, +91 11 23014104, + 91 11 23017905. Fax: +91 11 23018158," Anurag Srivastava, official spokesperson of the MEA said in a tweet on Friday.

"Air India Express has also established helpline number in Sharjah at 00971 6 5970303. People can call them as well for updates. Full details of injured and casualties are awaited," another tweet read.

01:59 August 08

PM Modi conveys condolence to family members in Air India Express mishap incident

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed anguish and distress over the Air India Express plane tragedy in Kerala's Kozhikode on Friday evening. He took to twitter and said, "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."

01:12 August 08

Air India Express condoles death of two pilots

The Air India Express Limited said in a statement, "Unfortunately, the pilots have passed away and we are in touch with their families in their grief."

A spokesperson for the Air India Express said that help centres are being set up at Sharjah and Dubai for affected people. "We regret that there has been an incident regarding our aircraft VT GHK, operating IX 1344," the spokesperson added.

The Air India Express statement, issued later, also said, "There were 184 passengers and six crew onboard the flight, but we are currently confirming the details of the passenger manifest for the flight".

Emergency Command Centre was immediately activated after the news of the accident. The Emergency Response Team members and GO teams have already been sent to the accident scene, and will render necessary help to assist the emergency services and local authorities, it said.

00:50 August 08

Indian Consulate in Dubai will open at 8 am today

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Consulate will be open on Saturday at 8 AM to assist all who want any assistance to travel to Kerala or any information related to air crash incident. We are with all the families of injured and deceased and will do our best to assist them: Indian Consulate in Dubai

00:38 August 08

17 killed, over 100 injured as AI Express flight overshoots runway and falls into valley

Malappuram District Collector K Gopalakrishnan speaking to media

At least 17 people, including a pilot, were killed and others were injured when a Dubai- Calicut Air IndiaExpress flight with 190 passengers and crew on board overshot the runway and fell into a valley, breaking into two portions.

Confirming that there were 17 deaths, Malappuram District Collector K Gopalakrishnan told the media that 110 people were admitted to hospitals in Kozhikode and 80 to hospitals in Malappuram.
The accident occurred at 7:45 PM while the pilot was attempting to land the B737 Air India Express from Dubai at the tabletop runway of the Karipur International Airport.
"The plane went into the valley and broke in two portions. There were a total of 190 passengers including the crew. It comprises 174 adults, 10 infants and six crew members. The rescue operations were over within one-and-a-half hours. All the valuables and packages have been taken into custody," Gopalakrishnan told reporters at the Airport.
The district collector also said that 110 people were admitted to seven hospitals in Kozhikode and 11 among them are dead.
"Remaining are under treatment and their condition are at different stages. Among the 80 people admitted to Malappuram hospitals, we have received information about six deaths there. Some of the patients are critical," the collector said.
The collector also said two passengers, who got trapped at the tail portion of the aircraft, were rescued with great difficulty.

00:21 August 08

AAIB, Airports Authority of India to conduct a probe into AI Express mishap

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that a formal enquiry will be conducted into the Air India Express accident in Kozhikode, which has left at least 16 people dead.

According to the minister, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) and Airports Authority of India will probe the matter.

As per the latest update, the investigation teams will leave for Kozhikode at 02.00 hrs and 05.00 hrs.

The AAIB was formed in 2012 as an independent accident probe committee under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

00:07 August 08

AI plane skids off runway in India; 16 killed, dozens hurt

Latest visuals from the incident site

A special evacuation flight bringing people home to India who had been trapped abroad because of the coronavirus skidded off a runway and split in two while landing Friday in heavy rain in the southern state of Kerala, killing at least 16 passengers and injuring 123 more, police said.

23:52 August 07

AI rescue operations over, says Kerala CM

Malappuram collector has informed that rescue operations at the site have been completed. All have been transferred to hospitals in Malappuram and Kozhikode: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

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Air India Express flight 

23:45 August 07

Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe killed during AI mishap was alumnus of NDA

AI Captain Akhilesh Kumar (L) and Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe (R)
AI Captain Akhilesh Kumar (L) and Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe (R)

The two pilots who have been killed after the Air India Express flight with 191 on board skidded off the runway while landing at Kerala’s Kozhikode airport - Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe and Captain Akhilesh Kumar. Air India’s Capt Deepak Sathe who died in the crash was an ace fighter pilot and an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA). He clocked most of his flying hours on MiGs and was a Sword of Honour from the Air Force Academy in Hyderabad.

23:30 August 07

Search and rescue operation is over: Indian Consulate in Dubai

  • As per latest info from state authorities, search and rescue operation is over and all injured have been shifted to various hospitals like MIMS, Aster etc and in Mallapuram. Air India Dubai helpline +97142079444. CGI Dubai expresses it's deep condolences for deceased passengers.

    — India in Dubai (@cgidubai) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

As per the latest information from state authorities, search and rescue operation is over and all injured have been shifted to various hospitals. Air India Dubai helpline is +97142079444. CGI Dubai expresses its deep condolences for deceased passengers: India in Dubai

23:30 August 07

International Air Transport Association condoles Air India flight mishap

Soon after the DGCA officials confirmed the deaths and casualties in the Air India mishap incident, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) condoled the incident and said, "Deeply saddened to hear about the accident of Air India Express flight IX1344 upon landing at Kozhikode airport. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this accident." 

23:25 August 07

Aircraft at full speed while landing at the Karipur Airport: DGCA

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said that the Dubai-Kozhikode Air India Express aircraft was at full speed while landing at the Karipur Airport and overshot the runway.

23:25 August 07

An urgent meeting called of Civil Aviation Ministry is underway at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan. DGCA Director-General and officials of the ministry, Airport Authority of India and Air India Express are in the meeting.

22:52 August 07

  • Hon'ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan said: "I have already talked to @CMOKerala & @SPC_Kerala about rescue and relief operations at #Karipur airport. Dist Collector, Kozhikode is coordinating relief work at hospital&DistCollector Malappuram at airport". :PRO,KeralaRajBhavan

    — Kerala Governor (@KeralaGovernor) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Governor Arif Mohammed Khan said: "My heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives following the crash landing of Air India Express flight at Karipur. My prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured."

22:50 August 07

  • Deeply anguished & distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode.

    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.

    — Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

"Deeply anguished & distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode. Air India Express flight number AXB-1344 from Dubai to Kozhikode, overshot the runway in rainy conditions & went down 35 ft. into a slope before breaking up into 2 pieces," said Union Civil Aviation Min Hardeep Singh Puri

22:50 August 07

Air India Express
Air India Express

Air India Express has issued the following statement regarding the incident involving Air India Express at Kozhikode, Kerala.

22:44 August 07

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Prez speaks to Kerala Guv over Karipur mishap

"Deeply distressed to hear about the tragic plane crash of Air India Express flight at Kozhikode, Kerala. Spoke to Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and inquired about the situation. Thoughts and prayers with affected passengers, crew members and their families," said, President Ramnath Kovind.

22:22 August 07

16 dead, 123 injured and 15 seriously injured in Kozhikode plane crash incident at Karipur Airport.

22:20 August 07

We regret that there has been an incident regarding our aircraft VT GHK, operating IX 1344 DXB CCJ. Due to crash landing of the flight, it may affect the network but Vande Bharat Mission continues: Air India Express

22:18 August 07

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Rahul Gandhi Tweets

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.

22:16 August 07

  • 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.

    In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.

    — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Tweets 

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.  In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.

22:14 August 07

PM Modi speaks to chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan

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 regarding the situation. Authorities are at the spot, providing all assistance to the affected: PM Narendra Modi 

21:49 August 07

Distressed to learn of this accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the passengers and their families: Pavan Kapoor, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates 

21:47 August 07

Relatives of passengers on board Air India Express Flight (IX 1344) that crashed at Karipur International Airport, can contact the following Helpline Number for enquiries - 0495 - 2376901: Kozhikode Collector. 

21:45 August 07

PM Narendra Modi spoke to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on phone about Karipur plane crash. CM informed PM that a team of officials including Kozhikode & Malappuram District Collectors & IG Ashok Yadav have arrived at the airport & participating in the rescue operation: Kerala CMO

21:44 August 07

Pilot Deepak Vasant Sathe lost his life in the mishap
Pilot Deepak Vasant Sathe lost his life in the mishap

The Cockpit and the front door of the flight were completely damaged.  Fire tenders and ambulances have been rushed to the spot. Rajeev Jain, Additional DG Media, Civil Aviation Ministry said that no fire was reported at the time of landing. "There are 174 passengers, 10 infants, 2 pilots & 5 cabin crew onboard the aircraft."

21:37 August 07

Shah directs NDRF to rush to air crash site in Kerala

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Friday night to rush to the spot at Kerala's Kozhikode, where an Air India Express aircraft crashed, to assist in the rescue-and-relief operations.

The Air India Express plane coming from Dubai overshot the runway at the Kozhikode airport.

21:35 August 07

"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," External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

21:32 August 07

"Distressed to learn about the tragic accident of Air India Express aircraft in Kozhikode, Kerala. I have instructed NDRF to reach the site at the earliest and assist with the rescue operations," said Home Minister Amit Shah

21:29 August 07

"Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 from Dubai to Calicut skidded off the runway. We will keep you updated as and when we receive further updates. Our helplines - 056 546 3903, 0543090572, 0543090572, 0543090575," said Consulate General of India, Dubai.

21:28 August 07

No fire reported at the time of landing: Civil Aviation Ministry

No fire reported at the time of landing. There are 174 passengers, 10 infants, 2 pilots & 5 cabin crew onboard the aircraft. As per initial reports, rescue operations are on & passengers are being taken to hospital: Rajeev Jain, Additional DG Media, Civil Aviation Ministry

21:27 August 07

Air India plane skids off runway in Calicut; two killed
Air India plane skids off runway in Calicut; two killed

One of the pilots of the Flight IX 1344 has died while many passengers are feared injured. The deceased pilot has been identified as  Deepak Vasant Sathe.

20:37 August 07

Air India Express plane carrying over 190 from Dubai skids off Kozhikode runway, pilot killed. All on board have been evacuated and the injured taken to the hospital.

Air India Express flight with passengers en route from Dubai skids off runway at Kozhikode

New Delhi: At least 19 people have died when a plane with 190 people on board coming from Dubai met with an accident at Karipur airport in Kozhikode on Friday evening, as per the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). "Death toll in the Air India Express flight crash landing incident at Kozhikode rises to 16," the DGCA said in a statement. 

Air India Express Dubai-Kozhikode IX-1344 flight, carrying 190 people on board from Dubai under the Vande Bharat Mission, skidded off the runway at Karipur Airport in Kozhikode at 7:41 pm on Friday in which several people sustained injuries.

Meanwhile, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed that the rescue operations have been 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," Kerala Chief Minister.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri expressed anguish and distress over the plane tragedy. "Deeply anguished and distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode. Air India Express flight number AXB-1344 from Dubai to Kozhikode, overshot the runway in rainy conditions and went down 35 feet into a slope before breaking up into 2 pieces," he tweeted. 

International Air Transport Association (IATA) said, "Deeply saddened to hear about the accident of Air India Express flight IX1344 upon landing at Kozhikode airport. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this accident."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to Vijayan over the phone about the accident and promised all required assistance from the Centre. 

21:32 August 08

We are closely monitoring the developments related to accident, says ICPA

The Indian Commercial Pilots' Association (ICPA) said that it is closely monitoring the developments related to the accident of Air India Express Flight IX 1344.  

"Our thoughts are with the families of the pilots and passengers who lost their lives in the accident. We send our support and wishes for a speedy recovery to all the survivors, many of them injured and in hospital," said an ICPA release.  

"We stress the need to avoid speculation and theories as to the circumstances of this accident. We are also willing to offer any assistance to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau in order to help gather facts and any other safety and security information which may be pertinent to this tragic event," it further added.

21:29 August 08

DGCA should not allow landings at Kozhikode airport during monsoons: Aviation safety expert

Aviation safety expert Captain Ranganathan, who had earlier flagged concerns about Kozhikode airport runway, said that regulator DGCA should not allow the landing of flights during monsoons on runway 10 at the aerodrome.

"Death due to an accident is something which happens when you don't know but when you knew the danger existed and you were warned about it and you took no action and an accident takes place, then it is definitely murder," Ranganathan told media. 

In 2011, he had warned that flights landing on runway 10 in tailwind conditions in rain at the Kozhikode airport endanger the lives of people onboard those flights.

He also said that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) should enforce the correct runway code for Kozhikode airport.

18:39 August 08

DG's commendation DISC to CISF personnel
DG's commendation DISC to CISF personnel

DG's commendation DISC to CISF personnel

Directorate General of CISF Rajesh Ranjan has announced to award DG's commendation DISC to Deputy Commandant/CASO, Kishore Kumar AV, Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajit Singh and Assistant Sub-Inspector Mangal Singh, in recognition of their outstanding efforts during the rescue operations at Calicut Airport: CISF

18:31 August 08

Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh meets Captain Sathe's family
Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh meets Captain Sathe's family

Captain Sathe's family concerned about table-top airports, says Anil Deshmukh

The family of Captain Deepak V Sathe expressed concerns about 'table-top airports' in the country, Maharashtra Home Minister Anil Deshmukh said. 

Deshmukh met his relatives here on Saturday to pay his condolences.  

"The family expressed concerns about table-top airports in the country while speaking to me. They said the Civil Aviation Ministry should ensure that such incidents do not happen again," he told reporters.  

A family member told the media that Captain Sathe was a very experienced pilot, and he could not have made any mistake while landing.  

The government should think about how to avoid such incidents at table-top airports, she said.

18:25 August 08

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits plane crash site
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits plane crash site

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits plane crash site

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and state Health Minister KK Shailaja visited the plane crash site in Kozhikode. CM Vijayan also appreciated the instant response of the locals living in the vicinity of the airport and also the local authorities to the tragedy, which ensured the minimum loss of lives in a disaster of such large magnitude.

16:09 August 08

Deeply disheartened, says Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

"Deeply disheartened" over the news of the flight crash at Kozhikode in Kerala, Tamil Nadu chief minister K Palaniswami today said in a statement.

"I am deeply disheartened to hear the news of the flight crash at Kozhikode. I pray to God to give enough strength to the families of victims and for the speedy recovery of the injured," he said.

16:06 August 08

Accident victims will be tested for COVID including those who died: Kerala govt 

All the accident victims will be tested for COVID including those who died in the crash. So far, only one victim has tested positive for Coronavirus: Kerala Chief Minister's Office (CMO)

15:13 August 08

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri speaking to media

Three passengers on ventilator, probe underway: Puri 

Speaking to reporters, Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said, "There were 190 people on board the aircraft. Out of them, 18 lost their lives. Around 149 people were admitted to hospitals out of which 23 have been discharged. A few patients are in critical condition, three of them are on ventilators. We visited the site of the crash and two black boxes have been recovered. The precise cause of the mishap will be determined when we analyse the data in those black boxes."

15:05 August 08

CM Vijayan praises 'fast-response' of locals and officials

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan praised the 'fast-response' of the local people and officials in being the first to reach the aircraft crash site to rescue passengers, braving inclement weather and COVID-19 fears, "which made all the difference." 

"Yesterday, the fast response of local people and officials made all the difference. They braved bad weather and COVID fears to rescue their fellow beings. The long queue of people who wanted to donate blood was just one example," Vijayan added. 

14:27 August 08

Deeply shocked about tragic accident of AI Express: Bangladesh Foreign Minister to Jaishankar

"Deeply shocked about tragic accident of Air India Express flight in Kozhikode, that took precious lives & injured many. I convey our deepest condolence. Our thoughts, prayers are with bereaved families," Bangladesh Foreign Minister AK Momen's message to EAM S Jaishankar.

14:17 August 08

Families of deceased pilots escorted to Kozhikode: AI Express

"Family of pilot-in-command Deepak Sathe escorted to Kozhikode hospital where his mortal remains were kept for post-mortem," said Air India Express

It added, "Family of deceased co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar has already been escorted from Delhi to Kozhikode."

14:15 August 08

Kerala govt announces Rs 10 lakh compensation to kin of deceased

Kerala government announced Rs 10 lakh compensation to families of those who lost their lives in the Air India Express flight crash at Karipur airport in Kozhikode

14:14 August 08

DGCA's issues were resolved in 2019: 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," said Arvind Singh, Airport Authority of India Chairman.

13:21 August 08

Interim relief of Rs 10 lakhs to kin of each deceased: Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh

As an interim relief, we will be making a payment of Rs 10 lakhs (to kin) of each deceased, Rs 2 lakhs for seriously injured & Rs 50,000 for those who suffered minor injuries: Hardeep Singh Puri, Civil Aviation Minister

13:13 August 08

Preventive action minimised the loss of lives: Aviation Minister Hardeep Puri

"We were fortunate that unlike the tragic accident at Mangaluru Airport 10 years ago, where the aircraft caught fire, here preventive action minimised the loss of lives," said Hardeep Singh Puri, Civil Aviation Minister.

"Reasons for Air India Express flight crash at Karipur airport being investigated," Puri added.

13:11 August 08

Air India CMD takes stock of situation at Kerala plane crash site
Air India CMD takes stock of situation at Kerala plane crash site

Air India CMD takes stock of situation at Kerala plane crash site

Air India Chairman and Managing Director Rajiv Bansal, along with senior officials of the airline, arrived at the Kozhikode airport on Saturday to take stock of the situation, where an Air India Express flight crash-landed on Friday night killing 18 people.

He was also briefed by a team of experts on the spot. Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs V Muraleedharan also visited the crash site earlier today.

13:04 August 08

  • केरल में कलरात दुर्घटनाग्रस्त एयर इण्डिया के पायलटों द्वारा अपनी जान देकर विमान में सवार 190 में से अधिकतर यात्रियों की जान बचाने के लिए उनकी बेमिसाल दक्षता, सूझबूझ व बहादुरी को सलाम। केन्द्र व राज्य सरकार से अपील है कि वे ऐसे सपूतों की कुर्बानी को पूरा आदर-सम्मान जरूर दे।

    — Mayawati (@Mayawati) August 8, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

BSP Chief Mayawati lauds effort of pilots

Taking it to Twitter, BSP Chief Mayawati said, "The presence of mind and courage of both the pilots saved the lives of so many passengers on board in Kozhikode tragedy. I request the Centre and the state government to pay them full honours."

12:58 August 08

Air India changes its social media display picture post Kozhikode tragedy

Following the Kozhikode tragedy, Air India changed its social media display pictures to black colour as it also mourns the death of two of its pilots.

12:54 August 08

CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits Kozhikode Medical College
CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits Kozhikode Medical College

CM Pinarayi Vijayan visits Kozhikode Medical College

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan & Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan visit Kozhikode Medical College, where several passengers who were injured in Kozhikode plane crash are admitted. 
 

12:37 August 08

Hardeep Singh takes stock of situation

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh reaches Kozhikode

Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reached Kozhikode to take a stock of the situation.

Puri tweeted, "Reached Kozhikode to take stock of the status & implementation of relief measures after the air accident last evening. Will hold consultations with senior civil aviation officials & professionals."

"Digital Flight Data Recorder & Cockpit Voice Recorder of the ill-fated aircraft have been retrieved. AAIB is conducting investigations," his tweet read further. 

12:33 August 08

Black box of Air India Express flight recovered
Black box of Air India Express flight recovered

Black box of Air India Express flight recovered

A team of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) investigating the crash of Air India Express aircraft at the Kozhikode airport recovered its black box on Saturday, officials said.

The black box records the conversation between the pilots as well as with the air traffic control tower, apart from the flight data.

The flight commanded by veteran pilot DV Sathe and co-pilot Akhilesh Kumar had skidded off on Friday evening and plunged 35 feet down the table-top airport runway, killing 18 persons.

At least 123 passengers were injured, with a few in serious condition and undergoing treatment at various hospitals here.

According to aviation guidelines, the DGCA will conduct a detailed probe and identify the real cause of the accident.

All top officials of Air India Express are already here. Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is slated to arrive in the city by noon, apart from Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, few of his Cabinet colleagues, state Chief Secretary and the DGP.

12:28 August 08

Watch eyewitness Central Industrial Security Force's ASI Ajeet Singh narrate the incident

Watch eyewitness Central Industrial Security Force's ASI Ajeet Singh narrate the incident

12:27 August 08

Sathe always helped others in need, says late pilot's mother

Sathe always helped others in need, says late pilot's mother

"He was a great son and always the first one to help others in need. His teachers still appreciate him, "said Neela Sathe, mother of late captain DV Sathe who was flying the flight which crash-landed at Kozhikode airport 
 

12:25 August 08

Guv Arif Mohammad khan visits crash site

Guv Arif Mohammad khan visits crash site

Kerala Governor, Arif Mohammad Khan visited Kozhikode Airport, where an Air India Expres flight crash landed yesterday.

12:09 August 08

Deceased passenger tests positive for COVID-19

One of the 18 passengers, who died when an Air India Express flight from Dubai crashed landed at the airport here, has tested positive for COVID-19. Higher Education Minister KT Jaleel told the media that samples of the passenger, Sudheer Varyath (45), were sent for testing and it has returned positive for the disease.

11:52 August 08

149 passengers admitted to hospitals: Malappuram Collector 

 K Gopalakrishnan, Malappuram Collector said, " 180 passengers and 6 crew members were onboard the flight. 149 injured passengers admitted to hospitals in Malappuram and Kozhikode districts, 22 in critical condition. 22 discharged after first aid."

11:51 August 08

PM Modi assured all possible assistance: V Muraleedharan

PM Modi assured all possible assistance: V Muraleedharan

Talking to ETV Bharat, V Muraleedharan, MoS External Affairs said," CM Pinarayi Vijayan had spoken to me yesterday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in touch with me after I reached the airport. He had enquired about the latest situation. PM Modi has also assured of all assistance and has directed the officers to make the necessary arrangements."

He added, "I will coordinate with the civil authorities on and local government, and will also accompany the Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. I will also visit the injured people in hospitals and their family. I have contacted the Kerala ministers and they said that they had taken all the requirements. District administration authorities have been instructed to take care of all necessary requirements."

11:38 August 08

Cockpit voice recorder recovered

Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) recovered Digital Flight Data Recorder and Cockpit Voice Recorder from the aircraft. These will be brought to Delhi for further investigation

11:31 August 08

AI Express plane touched down near taxiway, 1,000 metres from beginning of runway
The Air India Express plane, carrying 190 people from Dubai, on Friday touched down near a taxiway that is around 1,000 metres from the beginning of the runway at the Kozhikode airport before breaking up into two pieces, according to AAI. The pilot of the ill-fated flight -- IX-1344 -- could not sight the runway in the first landing attempt due to heavy rains.
          

The Kozhikode airport in Kerala has a table-top runway and is operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Generally, table-top runways are constructed on a hilly or an elevated terrain.

11:29 August 08

Aircraft overshot runway, fell off tabletop: DG CISF 

Incident occurred around 7:40 pm. Aircraft overshot runway & fell off tabletop, splitting into two. Over 40 CISF personnel, Quick Response Team & Chief Airport Security Officer reached in minutes & started evacuation with Airports Authority of India: MA Ganapathy, Special DG CISF

11:02 August 08

V Muraleedharan visits crash site

V Muraleedharan visits crash site

V Muraleedharan, MoS External Affairs visited Kozhikode Airport, where an Air India Express flight crashlanded yesterday.

10:45 August 08

Four cabin crew members safe, says airlines

Four cabin crew members of the Air India Express flight that crash-landed at the Karipur airport here are safe, the national transporter said on Saturday. "The four cabin crew members are confirmed safe," Air India Express said in a bulletin.

10:42 August 08

Rescued passengers to undergo COVID-19 test: KK Shailaja

KK Shailaja, Kerala Health Minister. said that all those who were involved in rescue operations at Kozhikode Airport should go into self-quarantine. She added, "State Government to conduct COVID-19 tests of all."

10:20 August 08

  • My heart bleeds for the air accident of #AirIndiaExpress in Kozhikode and landslide in #Idukki. My thoughts are with those who lost their beloved ones and are injured. I hope search & rescue will conclude as quickly as possible.

    — Satoshi Suzuki (@EOJinIndia) August 8, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

"My heart bleeds for the air accident of Air India Express in Kozhikode and landslide in Idukki. My thoughts are with those who lost their beloved ones and are injured. I hope search & rescue will conclude as quickly as possible," tweeted Satoshi Suzuki, Ambassador of Japan to India.

10:19 August 08

Digital Flight Data Recorder recovered: DGCA official

"Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) has been recovered from the aircraft. Floorboard is being cut to retrieve Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR)," said Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) official.

10:17 August 08

DGCA has announced enquiry: Muraleedharan

"I have seen debris, Air India Express aircraft is broken into 2 pieces. Inspection is being done. Some part of aircraft was torn apart during rescue operation. DGCA has announced an enquiry. Civil Aviation Minister will reach around 12 pm, " said Muraleedharan, MoS External Affairs

10:01 August 08

  • Deeply saddened by the news of Air India Express aircraft's accident in Kerala, India last night. Nepal extends deep condolences to the bereaved families and wishes for speedy recovery of those injured.

    — Pradeep Gyawali (@PradeepgyawaliK) August 8, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Deeply saddened by news of AI express flight accident: Nepal Foreign Minister

Nepal's Minister of Foreign Affairs Pradeep Gyawali expressed grief over Kozhikode tragedy. Taking it to Twitter, he said, "Deeply saddened by the news of Air India Express aircraft's accident in Kerala, India last night. Nepal extends deep condolences to the bereaved families and wishes for speedy recovery of those injured."

09:41 August 08

Another high-level DGCA meet scheduled

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DG), Civil Aviation Ministry senior officials, Airports Authority of India, and Air Navigation Service members will meet in Delhi today over crash landing of an Air India Express flight in Kozhikode yesterday.

09:04 August 08

Death toll in Air India Express flight crash rises to 18

The death toll in the Air India Express flight crash at the airport here rose to 18 on Saturday with one more passenger succumbing to injuries. Malappuram District Collector K Gopalakrishnan told reporters here that one more passenger had succumbed to injuries. Except one, all those who had perished in the accident have been identified, he said.

08:44 August 08

Slippery runway appears to have caused crash: Hardeep Singh Puri

Slippery runway appears to have caused crash: Hardeep Singh Puri

Under the Vande Bharat Mission, the flight was coming from Dubai carrying 190 passengers. Pilot must have tried to bring the flight to the end of tabletop airport's runway where it skidded due to slippery conditions owing to monsoon: Hardeep Puri, Civil Aviation Minister

08:33 August 08

Hardeep Singh enroute Kozhikode Airport

"18 people, including two pilots, have lost their lives, it is unfortunate. 127 people are at hospitals, others have been released," said Hardeep Singh Puri, Civil Aviation Minister.

He said, "Our task would have been much more difficult if the plane had caught fire. I am going to the airport (Kozhikode International Airport in Karipur)

08:25 August 08

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and state governor to visit Karipur today

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to visit Karipur today, where an Air India Express flight crash-landed yesterday. 

08:24 August 08

Wreckage of Air India Express flight

Wreckage of Air India Express flight that crash-landed at Kozhikode International Airport in Karipur yesterday. 

07:47 August 08

Special relief flights arranged, probe ordered

Two special relief flights have been arranged from Delhi and one from Mumbai for rendering humanitarian assistance to all the passengers and the family members. AAIB, DGCA & Flight Safety Depts have reached to investigate the incident

07:45 August 08

DGCA officials at crash site

Officials of DGCA and other agencies under the union civil aviation ministry arrived at the Calicut International Airport to probe into the Air India Express flight crash which has claimed 19 lives so far. 

07:06 August 08

'Very sad, unfortunate incident': VS Muraleedharan on Kozhikode crash

'Very sad, unfortunate incident': VS Muraleedharan on Kozhikode crash

Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan reached Kozhikode where Air India flight (IX-1344) crash-landed yesterday. 

Talking to reporters, he expressed grief over the incident and termed it as 'very sad and unfortunate'. 

"Deeply anguished to hear about the mishap in Calicut airport involving the flight from Dubai to Calicut. Was informed that the plane overshot the runway and seemingly nosedived," the Minister tweeted.

04:06 August 08

US, Afghan envoys extend condolences over Air India Express tragedy in Kerala

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

US envoy Ken Juster has expressed his grief over the plane crash incident which took place in Kozhikode of Kerala on Friday evening. "On behalf of the US 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," tweeted the US Envoy. 

Tahir Qadiry, Afghan Charge d'Affaires to India, also paid condolences "to the dear ones" of the deceased of the Air India Express plane tragedy in Kozhikode. "Shocked and pained to learn about the Air India 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 and may the souls of the demised RIP!," he tweeted.

03:08 August 08

MEA issues helpline numbers, says 'deeply saddened by tragedy'

  • We are deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 at Kozhikode.

    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

    — Anurag Srivastava (@MEAIndia) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued four helpline numbers for the families of those who travelled in Air India Express flight number IX-1344 which met with an accident at Kozhikode in Kerala on Friday.

The MEA expressed grief over the tragedy and said that full details of the injured and casualties are awaited. 

"We are deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 at Kozhikode. MEA helplines are open 24x7: 1800 118 797, +91 11 23012113, +91 11 23014104, + 91 11 23017905. Fax: +91 11 23018158," Anurag Srivastava, official spokesperson of the MEA said in a tweet on Friday.

"Air India Express has also established helpline number in Sharjah at 00971 6 5970303. People can call them as well for updates. Full details of injured and casualties are awaited," another tweet read.

01:59 August 08

PM Modi conveys condolence to family members in Air India Express mishap incident

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed anguish and distress over the Air India Express plane tragedy in Kerala's Kozhikode on Friday evening. He took to twitter and said, "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."

01:12 August 08

Air India Express condoles death of two pilots

The Air India Express Limited said in a statement, "Unfortunately, the pilots have passed away and we are in touch with their families in their grief."

A spokesperson for the Air India Express said that help centres are being set up at Sharjah and Dubai for affected people. "We regret that there has been an incident regarding our aircraft VT GHK, operating IX 1344," the spokesperson added.

The Air India Express statement, issued later, also said, "There were 184 passengers and six crew onboard the flight, but we are currently confirming the details of the passenger manifest for the flight".

Emergency Command Centre was immediately activated after the news of the accident. The Emergency Response Team members and GO teams have already been sent to the accident scene, and will render necessary help to assist the emergency services and local authorities, it said.

00:50 August 08

Indian Consulate in Dubai will open at 8 am today

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Consulate will be open on Saturday at 8 AM to assist all who want any assistance to travel to Kerala or any information related to air crash incident. We are with all the families of injured and deceased and will do our best to assist them: Indian Consulate in Dubai

00:38 August 08

17 killed, over 100 injured as AI Express flight overshoots runway and falls into valley

Malappuram District Collector K Gopalakrishnan speaking to media

At least 17 people, including a pilot, were killed and others were injured when a Dubai- Calicut Air IndiaExpress flight with 190 passengers and crew on board overshot the runway and fell into a valley, breaking into two portions.

Confirming that there were 17 deaths, Malappuram District Collector K Gopalakrishnan told the media that 110 people were admitted to hospitals in Kozhikode and 80 to hospitals in Malappuram.
The accident occurred at 7:45 PM while the pilot was attempting to land the B737 Air India Express from Dubai at the tabletop runway of the Karipur International Airport.
"The plane went into the valley and broke in two portions. There were a total of 190 passengers including the crew. It comprises 174 adults, 10 infants and six crew members. The rescue operations were over within one-and-a-half hours. All the valuables and packages have been taken into custody," Gopalakrishnan told reporters at the Airport.
The district collector also said that 110 people were admitted to seven hospitals in Kozhikode and 11 among them are dead.
"Remaining are under treatment and their condition are at different stages. Among the 80 people admitted to Malappuram hospitals, we have received information about six deaths there. Some of the patients are critical," the collector said.
The collector also said two passengers, who got trapped at the tail portion of the aircraft, were rescued with great difficulty.

00:21 August 08

AAIB, Airports Authority of India to conduct a probe into AI Express mishap

Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that a formal enquiry will be conducted into the Air India Express accident in Kozhikode, which has left at least 16 people dead.

According to the minister, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) and Airports Authority of India will probe the matter.

As per the latest update, the investigation teams will leave for Kozhikode at 02.00 hrs and 05.00 hrs.

The AAIB was formed in 2012 as an independent accident probe committee under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

00:07 August 08

AI plane skids off runway in India; 16 killed, dozens hurt

Latest visuals from the incident site

A special evacuation flight bringing people home to India who had been trapped abroad because of the coronavirus skidded off a runway and split in two while landing Friday in heavy rain in the southern state of Kerala, killing at least 16 passengers and injuring 123 more, police said.

23:52 August 07

AI rescue operations over, says Kerala CM

Malappuram collector has informed that rescue operations at the site have been completed. All have been transferred to hospitals in Malappuram and Kozhikode: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

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Air India Express flight 

23:45 August 07

Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe killed during AI mishap was alumnus of NDA

AI Captain Akhilesh Kumar (L) and Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe (R)
AI Captain Akhilesh Kumar (L) and Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe (R)

The two pilots who have been killed after the Air India Express flight with 191 on board skidded off the runway while landing at Kerala’s Kozhikode airport - Captain Deepak Vasant Sathe and Captain Akhilesh Kumar. Air India’s Capt Deepak Sathe who died in the crash was an ace fighter pilot and an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA). He clocked most of his flying hours on MiGs and was a Sword of Honour from the Air Force Academy in Hyderabad.

23:30 August 07

Search and rescue operation is over: Indian Consulate in Dubai

  • As per latest info from state authorities, search and rescue operation is over and all injured have been shifted to various hospitals like MIMS, Aster etc and in Mallapuram. Air India Dubai helpline +97142079444. CGI Dubai expresses it's deep condolences for deceased passengers.

    — India in Dubai (@cgidubai) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

As per the latest information from state authorities, search and rescue operation is over and all injured have been shifted to various hospitals. Air India Dubai helpline is +97142079444. CGI Dubai expresses its deep condolences for deceased passengers: India in Dubai

23:30 August 07

International Air Transport Association condoles Air India flight mishap

Soon after the DGCA officials confirmed the deaths and casualties in the Air India mishap incident, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) condoled the incident and said, "Deeply saddened to hear about the accident of Air India Express flight IX1344 upon landing at Kozhikode airport. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this accident." 

23:25 August 07

Aircraft at full speed while landing at the Karipur Airport: DGCA

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said that the Dubai-Kozhikode Air India Express aircraft was at full speed while landing at the Karipur Airport and overshot the runway.

23:25 August 07

An urgent meeting called of Civil Aviation Ministry is underway at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan. DGCA Director-General and officials of the ministry, Airport Authority of India and Air India Express are in the meeting.

22:52 August 07

  • Hon'ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan said: "I have already talked to @CMOKerala & @SPC_Kerala about rescue and relief operations at #Karipur airport. Dist Collector, Kozhikode is coordinating relief work at hospital&DistCollector Malappuram at airport". :PRO,KeralaRajBhavan

    — Kerala Governor (@KeralaGovernor) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Governor Arif Mohammed Khan said: "My heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives following the crash landing of Air India Express flight at Karipur. My prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured."

22:50 August 07

  • Deeply anguished & distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode.

    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.

    — Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

"Deeply anguished & distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode. Air India Express flight number AXB-1344 from Dubai to Kozhikode, overshot the runway in rainy conditions & went down 35 ft. into a slope before breaking up into 2 pieces," said Union Civil Aviation Min Hardeep Singh Puri

22:50 August 07

Air India Express
Air India Express

Air India Express has issued the following statement regarding the incident involving Air India Express at Kozhikode, Kerala.

22:44 August 07

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Prez speaks to Kerala Guv over Karipur mishap

"Deeply distressed to hear about the tragic plane crash of Air India Express flight at Kozhikode, Kerala. Spoke to Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and inquired about the situation. Thoughts and prayers with affected passengers, crew members and their families," said, President Ramnath Kovind.

22:22 August 07

16 dead, 123 injured and 15 seriously injured in Kozhikode plane crash incident at Karipur Airport.

22:20 August 07

We regret that there has been an incident regarding our aircraft VT GHK, operating IX 1344 DXB CCJ. Due to crash landing of the flight, it may affect the network but Vande Bharat Mission continues: Air India Express

22:18 August 07

  • 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 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Rahul Gandhi Tweets

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.

22:16 August 07

  • 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.

    In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.

    — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 7, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data=" ">

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Tweets 

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.  In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.

22:14 August 07

PM Modi speaks to chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan

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 regarding the situation. Authorities are at the spot, providing all assistance to the affected: PM Narendra Modi 

21:49 August 07

Distressed to learn of this accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the passengers and their families: Pavan Kapoor, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates 

21:47 August 07

Relatives of passengers on board Air India Express Flight (IX 1344) that crashed at Karipur International Airport, can contact the following Helpline Number for enquiries - 0495 - 2376901: Kozhikode Collector. 

21:45 August 07

PM Narendra Modi spoke to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on phone about Karipur plane crash. CM informed PM that a team of officials including Kozhikode & Malappuram District Collectors & IG Ashok Yadav have arrived at the airport & participating in the rescue operation: Kerala CMO

21:44 August 07

Pilot Deepak Vasant Sathe lost his life in the mishap
Pilot Deepak Vasant Sathe lost his life in the mishap

The Cockpit and the front door of the flight were completely damaged.  Fire tenders and ambulances have been rushed to the spot. Rajeev Jain, Additional DG Media, Civil Aviation Ministry said that no fire was reported at the time of landing. "There are 174 passengers, 10 infants, 2 pilots & 5 cabin crew onboard the aircraft."

21:37 August 07

Shah directs NDRF to rush to air crash site in Kerala

New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Friday night to rush to the spot at Kerala's Kozhikode, where an Air India Express aircraft crashed, to assist in the rescue-and-relief operations.

The Air India Express plane coming from Dubai overshot the runway at the Kozhikode airport.

21:35 August 07

"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," External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

21:32 August 07

"Distressed to learn about the tragic accident of Air India Express aircraft in Kozhikode, Kerala. I have instructed NDRF to reach the site at the earliest and assist with the rescue operations," said Home Minister Amit Shah

21:29 August 07

"Air India Express Flight No IX 1344 from Dubai to Calicut skidded off the runway. We will keep you updated as and when we receive further updates. Our helplines - 056 546 3903, 0543090572, 0543090572, 0543090575," said Consulate General of India, Dubai.

21:28 August 07

No fire reported at the time of landing: Civil Aviation Ministry

No fire reported at the time of landing. There are 174 passengers, 10 infants, 2 pilots & 5 cabin crew onboard the aircraft. As per initial reports, rescue operations are on & passengers are being taken to hospital: Rajeev Jain, Additional DG Media, Civil Aviation Ministry

21:27 August 07

Air India plane skids off runway in Calicut; two killed
Air India plane skids off runway in Calicut; two killed

One of the pilots of the Flight IX 1344 has died while many passengers are feared injured. The deceased pilot has been identified as  Deepak Vasant Sathe.

20:37 August 07

Air India Express plane carrying over 190 from Dubai skids off Kozhikode runway, pilot killed. All on board have been evacuated and the injured taken to the hospital.

Air India Express flight with passengers en route from Dubai skids off runway at Kozhikode

New Delhi: At least 19 people have died when a plane with 190 people on board coming from Dubai met with an accident at Karipur airport in Kozhikode on Friday evening, as per the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). "Death toll in the Air India Express flight crash landing incident at Kozhikode rises to 16," the DGCA said in a statement. 

Air India Express Dubai-Kozhikode IX-1344 flight, carrying 190 people on board from Dubai under the Vande Bharat Mission, skidded off the runway at Karipur Airport in Kozhikode at 7:41 pm on Friday in which several people sustained injuries.

Meanwhile, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed that the rescue operations have been 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," Kerala Chief Minister.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri expressed anguish and distress over the plane tragedy. "Deeply anguished and distressed at the air accident in Kozhikode. Air India Express flight number AXB-1344 from Dubai to Kozhikode, overshot the runway in rainy conditions and went down 35 feet into a slope before breaking up into 2 pieces," he tweeted. 

International Air Transport Association (IATA) said, "Deeply saddened to hear about the accident of Air India Express flight IX1344 upon landing at Kozhikode airport. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this accident."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to Vijayan over the phone about the accident and promised all required assistance from the Centre. 

Last Updated : Aug 10, 2020, 8:04 AM IST

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