Several Air India flights have tragically crashed throughout the airline's history. One of the most notable was Air India Flight 855, a Boeing 747 that crashed into the Arabian Sea in 1978, killing all 213 passengers and crew. Another devastating incident was the bombing of Air India Flight 182 in 1985, a Boeing 747 that exploded off the coast of Ireland, resulting in 329 fatalities. These crashes, investigated extensively, highlighted the importance of safety protocols and security measures in the aviation industry, leading to significant improvements in both.