A First Officer with Air India has died after suffering a heart attack while on a scheduled layover in Bali, according to sources familiar with the incident. The pilot, believed to be around 40 years old, had operated a flight from Delhi to Bali a day earlier on Wednesday and was resting at a hotel as part of mandatory crew duty requirements when he experienced sudden and severe discomfort.
Reports indicate that the crew member’s condition deteriorated rapidly at the hotel, prompting immediate medical assistance. He was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Doctors later confirmed that he had suffered a heart attack. Despite sustained efforts by the medical team to revive him, he could not be saved.
Air India officials stated that the airline is in close contact with the bereaved family and is extending all possible support during this difficult time. The carrier also reiterated that the safety, health, and well-being of its crew and passengers remain its top priority.
According to another official source, the pilot held a valid Class I medical certification and had completed all mandatory health examinations in line with regulatory norms just a few months ago. There was no known history of pre-existing medical conditions, and he was operating within the flying-hour limits prescribed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
The sudden demise has shocked airline colleagues, with investigations and formal procedures expected to follow as part of standard aviation protocol in such cases.