Overview
- Captain Navtej Singh’s first-person account describes an intentionally depressurised military aircraft and extreme conditions during an aerial photo shoot at altitude.
- Singh says airspeeds reached roughly 300–400 knots, making it difficult to see or hold equipment, though the outlets provide no independent verification of the figure.
- He states he was secured with a full‑body harness, steel carabiners and a heavy‑duty tether, and notes such restraints are standard on platforms like the C‑130.
- News18’s description of the viral clip says he appears to be gripping the door frame with no visible support, contrasting with Singh’s stated use of safety gear.
- Singh highlights the need for supplemental oxygen and explains how cold, wind and aircraft motion complicate basic camera operations; the video has drawn wide praise on X.