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Akasa Air pilot dies of heart attack during Bengaluru training at age 44
India
Published on 30 April 2026
Second pilot death in days after Bali incident
An Akasa Air pilot died of a heart attack while undergoing training in Bengaluru, the airline confirmed. The captain was around 44 years old. Akasa said it is providing support to the family as condolences come in. The death is the second pilot incident at an Indian carrier in two days, following an Air India pilot’s death in Bali.
- Akasa Air confirms a heart attack during Bengaluru training
- The captain was about 44 years old
- Airline says it is supporting the pilot’s family
- Second pilot death across Indian carriers in two days
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