India’s aviation regulator has ordered a full investigation into the sudden death of a young pilot.
The 35-year old Air India Express first officer Armaan died shortly after landing at Delhi Airport.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) wants a full probe which will look at the pilot’s medical history, and whether he received the required medical care.
“(Did) the crew report the sickness to air traffic control while in the air and if so, did ATC initiate action appropriately. The late captain reportedly had a medical restriction on his license,” the DGCA said.
The investigation will also assess ‘if the remaining crew acted promptly when Armaan reported feeling unwell.’
It is thought Armaan suffered a ‘sudden cardiac arrest’ while operating the flight.
He then collapsed before exiting the plane.
He was taken to the airport medical centre and later to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.
