NEW DELHI: Three crew members aboard an Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Superior Mild Helicopter (ALH) are lacking after the chopper made an emergency touchdown within the sea late Monday evening. The helicopter had lately performed an important function in rescuing 67 lives throughout cyclonic climate in Gujarat.
The helicopter, launched round 11pm, was en path to evacuate a severely injured crew member from the Indian-flagged motor tanker Hari Leela, situated roughly 45 kilometers off the coast of Porbandar.
The helicopter, launched round 11pm, was en path to evacuate a severely injured crew member from the Indian-flagged motor tanker Hari Leela, situated roughly 45 kilometers off the coast of Porbandar.
In accordance with Indian Coast Guard, the helicopter, carrying 4 aircrew members, was pressured to make an emergency touchdown at sea whereas approaching the vessel. The reason for the emergency touchdown continues to be underneath investigation.
One crew member has been recovered from the crash website, whereas the seek for the remaining three continues to be underway. The wreckage of the plane has been situated.
The ICG has swiftly mobilized a large search and rescue operation, deploying 4 ships and two plane to comb the world for the lacking crew.
