Seaplane crash lands in airport island lagoon
The nine passengers and three crewmembers were rescued and survived with minor injuries after the TransMaldivian Airways seaplane crash landed in the Hulhulé lagoon.
27 May 2017, 9:00 AM
A TransMaldivian Airways seaplane carrying passengers from the Conrad Maldives Rangali in Alif Dhaal atoll crash landed in the lagoon of the airport island Saturday morning.
The nine passengers and three crewmembers were rescued before the plane sank, TMA said in a statement, adding that an internal inquiry is underway.
The 8Q-TMV aircraft tipped over while attempting to land at the Velana International Airport’s waterway around 8:30 am.
The passengers and crew were reportedly released after treatment for minor injuries at the Hulhumalé hospital. They were rescued shortly after the crash landing by the fire and marine unit of the state-owned airport company in charge of VIA.
Become a member
Get full access to our archive and personalise your experience.
Already a member?
Discussion
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!
No comments yet. Be the first to join the conversation!
Join the Conversation
Sign in to share your thoughts under an alias and take part in the discussion. Independent journalism thrives on open, respectful debate — your voice matters.
