The pilot, aged around 40, had operated a flight from Delhi to Bali a day earlier on Wednesday and was staying at a hotel during the mandated layover period when he reportedly experienced severe discomfort. Sources stated that the First Officer complained of distress while at the hotel, prompting immediate medical attention.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital after his condition deteriorated. Medical personnel diagnosed him with a heart attack upon arrival. Despite prompt intervention and sustained efforts by the attending medical team, the pilot could not be revived.
“The First Officer was on scheduled crew rest in Bali when he complained of severe discomfort at his hotel. He was immediately taken to a hospital, where he was diagnosed with having suffered a heart attack. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, he could not be saved,” sources confirmed.
The airline has expressed its condolences and stated that it is in close contact with the bereaved family, extending all possible support during this period of grief. Officials reiterated that the safety, health, and well-being of both passengers and crew remain the highest priority for the airline.
Another official source emphasized that the deceased pilot held a valid Class I medical certification and had undergone all mandatory medical examinations in accordance with regulatory requirements just a few months ago. There was no known pre-existing medical condition. It was also confirmed that he had been operating strictly within the prescribed flying-hour limitations set by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
The sudden death of a medically certified and compliant crew member during a routine layover has underscored the unpredictable nature of medical emergencies, even among aviation professionals operating under stringent health and safety regulations.
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