Boeing Dreamliner’s 8 Deadly Betrayals: 1996 Mid-Air Crash Still Haunts Aviation History

National News: The plane accident in Ahmedabad on Thursday has emerged as a warning for the entire country. The Boeing Dreamliner aircraft—once considered a marvel of technology—has once again claimed hundreds of lives. This is not the first time a Boeing aircraft has betrayed trust. Over the past few decades, at least 8 major accidents have come to light, raising serious questions about Boeing’s “safety” and “quality standards.”

The Dangerous Legacy of the Boeing Dreamliner

When it comes to plane crashes, Boeing’s name often surfaces. The Dreamliner—marketed as a high-tech, fuel-efficient, and ultra-safe aircraft—is now under scrutiny. A series of accidents involving both Dreamliners and other Boeing aircraft has emerged in recent years.

1996: When Two Boeing Aircraft Collided Mid-Air, Killing 349

November 12, 1996 — the darkest day in Indian aviation history. A Saudi Airlines flight 763 (Boeing 747) and a flight of Kazakhstan Airlines collided in the sky near Charkhi Dadri in Haryana. The crash was so horrifying that both aircraft disintegrated in the sky.

349 deaths
It remains the deadliest mid-air collision in aviation history. The tragedy raised serious concerns about Boeing’s air traffic communication and coordination systems.

8 Times Boeing Aircraft Failed to Save Lives

1. 31 May 1973 – Flight 440, Delhi (Boeing 737-200)
Due to bad weather, the aircraft struck high-tension wires near Palam Airport.
48 deaths

2. 1 January 1978 – Flight 855, Mumbai to Dubai (Boeing 747)
The aircraft crashed into the Arabian Sea shortly after takeoff.
 213 deaths

 3. 19 October 1988 – Flight 113, Mumbai to Ahmedabad (Boeing 737-200)
The plane crashed into trees in low visibility conditions before reaching the runway.
133 deaths

 4. 14 February 1990 – Flight 605, Bangalore (Airbus A320 operated by Indian Airlines, maintained under Boeing care)
The aircraft veered off before the runway and crashed into a golf course.
92 deaths

5. 17 July 2000 – Alliance Air Flight 7412, Patna (Boeing 737-200)
The aircraft crashed in a residential area due to miscommunication and wrong flight guidance.
60 deaths

6. 22 May 2010 – Flight 812, Mangaluru (Boeing 737-800)
Overshot the runway and plunged into a gorge, catching fire.
158 deaths

7. 7 August 2020 – Flight 1344, Kozhikode (Boeing 737-800)
During the COVID era, the plane skidded off the runway and broke into two after falling into a valley.
21 deaths

8. 13 June 2025 – Ahmedabad (Boeing Dreamliner)
Flight to London crashed moments after takeoff.
241 deaths

Is the Dreamliner Just a Dream?

The Boeing Dreamliner was once hailed as a “next-generation aircraft.” Made from lightweight carbon fiber, it was designed to be fuel-efficient, long-range, and highly advanced. However, technical flaws, poor maintenance, and disregard for safety protocols have turned it into a potential death trap.

Even the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has repeatedly flagged Boeing, issuing warnings and ordering investigations. In 2019, the Boeing 737 Max was banned worldwide following two fatal crashes.

What Now? Time for Serious Action

• An independent inquiry commission must be established
• Dreamliner quality audit should be made mandatory
• Passenger safety must be non-negotiable
• All questionable Boeing flights must be temporarily grounded

The Final Question: How Many More Lives?

The Ahmedabad crash is not just another tragic incident—it's a reflection of the systemic flaws in our aviation safety network. Unless transparency, accountability, and vigilance are enforced now, the next city to witness such devastation will be left to fate.