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Delhi-bound air ambulance loses radar contact, crashes with 7 onboard

LiveMint·23 February 2026·1d ago1 min read0 views
Delhi-bound air ambulance loses radar contact, crashes with 7 onboard

A tragic incident occurred when a Delhi-bound air ambulance lost radar contact and subsequently crashed, claiming the lives of all seven individuals onboard. The aircraft was transporting a critically ill patient, identified as 41-year-old Sanjay Kumar, who was in need of urgent medical care. The pilots, Vivek Vikas Bhagat and Savrajdeep Singh, were also among the deceased. This incident raises concerns about aviation safety and the challenges faced by air ambulances in navigating adverse conditions. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash, with authorities examining flight records and the circumstances leading up to the loss of contact. Air ambulances play a crucial role in providing timely medical assistance, particularly in emergencies where ground transport may be hindered. The aviation community, as well as medical professionals, are awaiting further updates on the investigation's findings, emphasizing the need for stringent safety protocols in air medical transport.

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