Glider crash that killed pilot did not occur at Skydive Club

Tuesday, 6 September 2022 21:18

By ARN News Staff

The UAE's aviation regulator clarified that Sunday's glider crash that took place in Margham-Dubai had nothing to do with the Skydive Club or its facilities.

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) said that the incident did not occur within the premises of the Club.

It added that investigations are still underway to identify the cause of the crash.

The authority also extended its condolences to the family of the pilot who died in the incident.

Sunday's glider crash was not within the premises of Skydive Club; investigations still underway: GCAA#WamNews https://t.co/EdV4SSsGUw pic.twitter.com/9O1AZaefsy
— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) September 6, 2022

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