Trainer Aircraft Skids Off Runway in Gujarat; Pilot Safe
A single-seater trainer aircraft skidded off the runway during landing at Amreli airport in Gujarat, with the trainee pilot reported uninjured. The incident occurred when the aircraft, operated by a private aviation academy, ran onto the unpaved portion of the runway, sustaining some damage. Civil aviation authorities have announced an investigation to uncover the reasons behind the incident. This event follows a tragic accident earlier this year in which a trainee pilot lost his life due to a crash shortly after takeoff from the same airport. The recurrence of such incidents highlights the importance of stringent safety protocols within India’s growing aviation training sector, underscoring the need for robust measures to ensure the safety of trainee pilots and prevent future accidents.