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Air India Pilot Dies in Bali After Suffering Heart Attack

The first officer had recently cleared mandatory medical checks and was operating within DGCA flying-hour limits, officials said.

  • On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, an Air India first officer, aged around 40, died in Bali, Indonesia, after suffering a heart attack. He had completed a scheduled flight from New Delhi to Bali on Tuesday.
  • An Air India spokesperson stated the crew member was resting at his hotel when he complained of severe discomfort. "He was immediately taken to a hospital, where he was diagnosed with having suffered a heart attack," the spokesperson added.
  • The pilot held a valid Class I medical certification, having cleared all mandatory examinations recently. He was operating within flying-hour limits prescribed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation , with no known pre-existing conditions.
  • Air India expressed deep sorrow over the loss, confirming the airline is in close contact with the family to provide necessary support. Authorities are following standard procedures, including coordination with local officials.
  • The incident has reignited discussions within the aviation community regarding pilot health and professional pressures. This event serves as a reminder of the importance of health awareness and timely medical response in highly regulated professions.
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Air India Pilot Dies in Bali After Suffering Heart Attack

The airline official said the pilot had completed all mandatory medical examinations in accordance with regulatory requirements only a few months ago

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The Hindu Business Line broke the news in New Delhi, India on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
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