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Unlike traditional airplanes, eVTOLs don't need a runway to take off or land; they can lift off and descend vertically, similar to a helicopter.
US National Transportation Safety Board and Canada's Transportation Safety Board have appointed accredited representatives and technical advisors for the investigation as the chopper was powered by Rolls Royce engine.
A few days ago, another chopper with five pilgrims had crashed on the Guptkashi - Gaurikund highway, though there were no casualties.
There were seven people on board, including the pilot, at the time of the accident.
Helicopter with 7 on board crashes in Uttarkashi’s Gangnani area. One rescued, rescue ops underway. Fate of others unknown
The incident occurred at 12.10 pm when the ICG’s Advanced Light Helicopter, returning from a routine sortie, crashed while attempting to land on the runway of the Coast Guard airport on Sunday.
Helistations can be operated in smaller areas. It can set up on 3-5 acres of land and the approximate investment expected is Rs 5 crores.
Captain Varughese knew leaping off the chopper was the only way to rescue the commando wounded in a battle with the Maoists.
The crash occurred at approximately 6.45 am in a hilly area of Bavdhan.
The incident occurred on Monday night after the agency launched an operation around 11 pm to evacuate an injured crew member on board a tanker which was sailing close to Porbandar.
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