Mayabunder | March 1, 2026
(With Inputs from Noticed Abraham)
Members of the Karen Youth Membership performed probably the most essential position within the profitable restoration of the Pawan Hans Restricted Dauphin N3 helicopter that ditched into the ocean close to Mayabunder just lately.
The helicopter, bearing registration VT-PHY, was working a scheduled flight from Sri Vijaya Puram to Mayabunder through Rangat when it ditched into the ocean on February 24, roughly 300 metres in need of the Mayabunder helipad the place it was scheduled to land.
Following the incident, efforts have been initiated to retrieve the plane from the ocean. On February 27, a coordinated operation was carried out to tow the helicopter from the ditching website to the Mayabunder Jetty.
In keeping with experiences, members of the Karen Youth Membership have been instrumental within the difficult marine restoration operation. The extraction course of started at round 6 a.m. The crew labored for a number of hours to stabilise the helicopter within the water by securing empty plastic drums to the fuselage, creating makeshift flotation units to stop it from sinking throughout transit.
As soon as buoyancy was ensured, a number of engine-powered dinghies have been deployed for towing. The boats have been strategically tied collectively in a sequence formation after which secured to the helicopter to distribute the load evenly and keep stability in the course of the journey to the jetty.
Regardless of the complexities posed by sea situations and the fragile nature of the operation, the crew efficiently towed the helicopter to Mayabunder Jetty with out additional harm.
These from the Karen Youth Membership who have been reportedly concerned within the restoration operation embody Noticed Clifford (S/o Noticed Thomson), Noticed Stephen (S/o Noticed Jackey), Noticed Johnny (S/o Late Noticed Poayesay), Noticed Thomas (S/o Jackey), Noticed Neyan (S/o Noticed Lwetoo), Noticed Hlagvi (S/o Bhton), Noticed Mark (S/o Aungtobue), Noticed Thudomu (S/o Noticed Mura), Noticed Justin (S/o Noticed Santow), Noticed Tanthu (S/o Late Phobow), Noticed Potoobow (S/o Noticed Yotha), Noticed Pawkhu (S/o Noticed Ohnbway), Noticed Daismond (S/o Noticed Bineewane) and Noticed Gyi (S/o Noticed Gerry).
Their familiarity with native waters and expertise working in difficult marine situations have been stated to be key components within the success of the restoration effort. The secure extraction of the helicopter is anticipated to help authorities in finishing up additional technical examination and investigation into the circumstances surrounding the ditching.
