Pilot 'Bunny' Kapur's life celebrated after fatal crash

Sumit 'Bunny' Kapur, a seasoned pilot with 20,000 flight hours, was tragically killed in a charter aircraft crash in Maharashtra. Kapur, who spent five years with VSR Aviation, was highly respected in the aviation community, having served as an examiner for Boeing 737 pilots, a role signifying the highest level of civil aviation expertise. His colleagues remember him for his absolute precision and dedication to pilot training.

Despite his distinguished career, Kapur was deeply loved by his family and friends, who knew him by his childhood nickname 'Bunny'. They recall his jovial nature, his ability to make any gathering a celebration, and his fondness for dancing to Amitabh Bachchan songs. His untimely death has left his family devastated, especially as they were preparing for his niece's wedding on February 20, an event where Kapur was expected to be a central figure.

Friends and colleagues have spoken out against early speculations of pilot error, urging for a thorough investigation into the aircraft, navigational facilities, and the Baramati runway's condition. They emphasized Kapur's meticulous nature and the possibility of external factors contributing to the crash. Kapur was reportedly nearing retirement, looking forward to a relaxed future after years of dedicated service in the skies.