Chopper Tragedy: Aryan Aviation Faces Legal Action Over Kedarnath Crash

Aryan Aviation Private Ltd is facing legal consequences following a fatal helicopter crash near Kedarnath that resulted in seven deaths, including that of a two-year-old child and the pilot. The crash of the Bell 407 helicopter, attributed to adverse weather, has raised serious questions about operational practices.

According to a complaint filed at the Sonprayag police station by Sub Inspector Rajiv Nakholia, Aryan Aviation is alleged to have launched the chopper without checking weather conditions, ignoring the cloudy and foggy state of the skies. The flight reportedly took off before its allotted time slot.

Authorities also claim Aryan Aviation neglected safety protocols outlined by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Uttarakhand Civil Aviation Development Authority, leading to the tragic incident. The accountable manager and a pilot from the company have been specifically named in the accusations.

(With inputs from agencies.)