Published Nov 04, 2023 | 7:11 PM ⚊ Updated Nov 04, 2023 | 7:11 PM
Southern Naval Command. (X)
A Naval sailor was killed in Koch on Saturday, 4 October, when a Chetak helicopter was involved in a “ground accident” at a naval air station here, the Indian Navy said.
The Navy ordered a probe into the matter.
The incident occurred at INS Garuda of the Southern Naval Command during routine maintenance taxi checks, Defence sources said.
While initially it was believed to be a crash, officials later clarified it was a mechanical failure.
“A Chetak helicopter met with a ground accident today during maintenance taxi checks at INS Garuda, Kochi, resulting in the unfortunate loss of life of one ground crew,” it said.
The deceased was a Leading Air Mechanic (LAM).
“Adm R Hari Kumar #CNS (chief of naval staff) & all personnel of #IndianNavy mourn the loss of life & pay tribute to Yogendra Singh, LAM who lost his life in the unfortunate accident at Kochi and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family,” the Navy Spokesperson said on X.
Adm R Hari Kumar #CNS & all personnel of #IndianNavy mourn the loss of life & pay tribute to Yogendra Singh, LAM who lost his life in the unfortunate accident at Kochi and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. https://t.co/83ZmXbsuqc pic.twitter.com/m9yyDM4JQM
— SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) November 4, 2023
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