UAE Plane Crash: An Indian-origin doctor, Sulaymaan Al Majid, was one of two victims in a tragic light aircraft crash off the coast of Ras Al Khaimah on Sunday. The crash claimed the lives of both the pilot and co-pilot, according to a statement from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
Sulaymaan Al Majid, 26, co-piloted the aircraft with a young Pakistani woman of the same age. Born and raised in the UAE, Sulaymaan had hired the plane for a sightseeing experience with his family. Reports indicate that his father, mother, and younger brother were present at the aviation club to watch the flight.
Tragically, Sulaymaan’s younger brother was scheduled to take the next flight.
“We were looking forward to the New Year as a family, planning to celebrate together. Instead, our lives have been shattered. It feels like time has stopped for us. Sulaymaan was the light of our lives, and we don’t know how to move forward without him,” Sulaymaan’s father told the UAE-based Khaleej Times.
Details of the Crash
The aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff near the Cove Rotana Hotel along the beach, the aviation authority stated.
“Initial reports suggest the glider lost radio contact and later attempted an emergency landing. Despite resuscitation efforts, both occupants succumbed to their injuries,” the GCAA said.
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The aviation authority has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
Sulaymaan’s Legacy
Sulaymaan Al Majid was a clinical fellow at the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust in the UK. His professional achievements extended to his active involvement with the British Medical Association (BMA), where he served as Honorary Secretary and later as co-chair of the Northern Resident Doctors Committee.
During his tenure with the BMA, Sulaymaan focused on advocating for fair pay and promoting the reclassification of “junior doctors” to “resident doctors.” His colleagues and friends remember him as a dedicated and compassionate professional committed to improving the medical community.
Investigative Efforts
The General Civil Aviation Authority has launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident to uncover the factors leading to the deadly crash. The aviation authority extended its condolences to the families of the victims and vowed to ensure thorough examination of safety protocols.
The incident has left Sulaymaan’s family, friends, and the global medical community mourning the loss of a bright and promising individual.
