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Trainee Pilot Killed in Trainer Aircraft Crash in Gujarat's Amreli

The aircraft struck a tree before crashing into an open plot in a residential area, igniting a fire that was swiftly contained.

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Visuals from the Amreli plane crash site.
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Overview

  • A trainer aircraft from a private aviation academy crashed in Amreli, Gujarat, killing the solo trainee pilot on board.
  • The crash occurred around 12:30 PM in the Giriya Road area after the plane took off from Amreli airport for a training sortie.
  • The aircraft struck a tree and landed in an open plot within a residential neighborhood, averting additional casualties.
  • Four fire brigade teams responded promptly, extinguishing the flames and preventing further damage or injuries.
  • Local police have registered an accidental death case and launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.