INDIA, April 10: A 28-year-old Air India Express pilot tragically passed away from a cardiac arrest shortly after landing a flight from Srinagar to Delhi on Wednesday, April 9. The pilot, identified as Armaan, began feeling unwell upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport. He was immediately taken to a hospital, but despite efforts to revive him, he was pronounced dead.

In a statement, an Air India Express spokesperson expressed deep sorrow over the loss, offering condolences to the pilot’s family and acknowledging the difficult time they are facing. "We deeply regret the loss of a valued colleague due to a medical condition. Our thoughts are with the family, and we are extending all possible assistance to them as we cope with this tremendous loss," the statement read.

Reports indicate that after landing, Armaan experienced vomiting in the cockpit and collapsed from cardiac arrest at the airline's dispatch office. The airline has asked the public and media to respect the privacy of the pilot's family and refrain from speculation during this time.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has recently delayed the rollout of new regulations aimed at reducing pilot fatigue. The revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms, which were originally scheduled for implementation in June of the previous year, are still under review. The delay will allow airlines additional time to adjust their rosters to comply with the changes.