On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after departing from Ahmedabad’s Patel International Airport. The accident resulted in the deaths of all 241 passengers and crew members on board, as well as 19 people on the ground. This incident is now recognized as the deadliest crash involving a Boeing 787 aircraft and has led to an international investigation into aviation safety.
Following the tragedy, more than 95 families have sought legal representation from Mike Andrews, an attorney known for his work in aviation litigation and for representing victims of previous air disasters. Andrews is currently working with families in Ahmedabad and leading efforts to hold responsible parties accountable for the Air India crash.
Beasley Allen now represents over 95 families affected by the incident, including victims from both India and the United Kingdom. Mike Andrews has participated in interviews with international media outlets to advocate for transparency in the investigation and has called for the full release of flight recorder data.
The crash has intensified global discussions regarding Boeing’s fuel control systems and broader issues related to aviation safety reforms. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) reported that there were 95 accidents involving scheduled commercial flights in 2024, an increase from 66 such incidents in 2023. ICAO has emphasized the need for renewed cooperation among nations and greater transparency to address new risks facing commercial aviation. Improvements in reporting systems and applying lessons learned from previous accidents are contributing to ongoing safety reforms.
Mike Andrews continues to urge authorities to make flight data recorder evidence available for independent analysis, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability during this investigation.
"Mike has appeared in interviews with international outlets, calling for transparency and full release of flight recorder data."
"Andrews is known for representing victims in the Ethiopian Airlines crash and is now leading efforts to hold accountable those responsible for the Air India tragedy."