Chardham Helicopter Accidents: AAIB Recommends SOP for Weather Updates, DGCA to Audit Operators
Dehradun: The recent helicopter accidents during the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand had created widespread concern among pilgrims and authorities alike. Following these incidents, the Pushkar Singh Dhami government had ordered an investigation and temporarily suspended services. Now, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has released its report with key recommendations aimed at improving safety.
According to the AAIB, all helicopter service providers operating in the Char Dham region should implement a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for sharing timely weather information with pilots. The agency also recommended that critical systems should have reliable backup power supplies to ensure uninterrupted access to real-time weather updates.
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