What Is a Pawan Hans Helicopter? Aircraft Carrying Seven Crashes Into Sea in Andamans, All Rescued
The helicopter crash was caused by a technical snag, and all seven onboard were rescued and hospitalized, officials confirmed.
- On Tuesday morning, a Pawan Hans helicopter crashed into the sea near Mayabunder after departing Sri Vijaya Puram around 8.45 am, carrying seven people including the pilot.
- A senior Civil Aviation official said a preliminary inquiry found a technical snag and the pilot made a crash-landing on the sea, while authorities have opened a formal inquiry.
- Emergency responders retrieved all seven passengers and crew from mid-sea, and the rescued occupants were admitted to Dr Rajendra Prasad Hospital, Mayabunder for treatment.
- Officials said all survivors are safe while investigators have yet to record the pilot's statement, and teams are arranging transfers of the injured occupants under treatment to Sri Vijaya Puram.
- Pawan Hans officials could not be reached for comment as coverage of the February 24, 2026 incident continues.
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Helicopter carrying 7 crashes into sea in Andaman; all rescued
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Pawan Hans Helicopter Crash: All 7 Onboard Safe After Chopper Crashes Into Sea Before Making Emergency Landing Near Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ Mayabunder | 📰 LatestLY
All 7 people on board a Pawan Hans helicopter were rescued after an emergency sea landing near Mayabunder, Andaman, on Tuesday. The chopper encountered technical issues shortly after takeoff. The pilots successfully ditched the aircraft, allowing for a quick rescue by local boats. The DGCA has ordered a probe into the incident. 📰 Pawan Hans Helicopter Crash: All 7 Onboard Safe After Chopper Crashes Into Sea Before Making Emergency Landing Near …
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