Tom Brady Sends Condolences & Donates $2M After Tragic Air India Crash AI171
In a touching gesture of global solidarity, Tom Brady reached out to express his deepest condolences to the families affected by the Air India Flight AI171 crash—one of the deadliest aviation disasters in recent history. On June 12, 2025, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying 242 people en route from Ahmedabad to London crashed just seconds after takeoff, killing 241 passengers and crew, and tragically claiming 28 additional lives on the ground at a medical college hostel.
Brady, who has long used his platform for charitable causes, did more than share words. He donated $2 million to the Red Cross relief fund in support of rescue operations, victim support, and the critical response led by international agencies .
✈️ The Crash: A National and International Tragedy
Flight AI171 lurched into catastrophe approximately 30 seconds after departure, descending from 625 ft before control was lost and crashing into a hostel building at B. J. Medical College in Meghani Nagar, Ahmedabad. With a harrowing 241 plane fatalities and 28 ground casualties, the total death toll reached 269—only one person, British national Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, survived.
Rescue efforts mobilized over 500 personnel, including the Indian Army, Air Force, NDRF, and local emergency teams. Global response followed, with agencies like the U.S. NTSB, U.K. AAIB, and Boeing joining to analyze flight data and black boxes.
❤️ Brady’s Compassion Across Continents
Brady’s donation to the Red Cross came with a heartfelt statement:
“No words can ease the grief of those who have lost loved ones. I hope this contribution supports the courageous first responders and brings comfort to families in need.”
Officials confirmed that the funds will go toward on-the-ground medical relief, psychological support for survivors’ families, and evacuation aid for injured individuals .
🌍 Global Mourning and Community Support
The crash deeply affected communities in India, the U.K., Canada, and Portugal. Among the deceased were 53 British nationals, 169 Indians, 7 Portuguese, and 1 Canadian. Thousands attended vigils, including ones held by Gatwick Airport and affected families in Gujarat.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the crash site and pledged accountability, while U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed solidarity.
🔍 Next Steps & Continuing Efforts
Investigators are meticulously examining technical failures—such as a possible loss of engine thrust and electrical anomalies at high altitude—as more wreckage data becomes available.
Meanwhile, Brady’s $2 million support is already aiding healthcare workers and ensuring vital operations continue during this crisis.
