IAF stands by pilot’s decision not to fly Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi: The Indian Air Force on Wednesday said the refusal by its pilot to fly Rahul Gandhi from Kokrajhar to Guwahati in Assam was because of safety reasons and it strongly stands by the decision of its officer.
“Based on the prevailing weather and approaching sunset, the pilot taking the safety of the VIP as being paramount, arrived at the decision that it was unsafe to undertake the flight,” IAF spokesperson Wg Cdr Gerard Gallway said.
“The pilot’s decision was taken using his professional judgement in the interest of safety of aircraft and its occupants.
“IAF strongly stands by the decision of the pilot, since flight safety and the safety of the VIPs on board are considered paramount,” he said.
12/09/12 PTI/The Hindu

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