Maldives Transport Safety Board Investigates Seaplane Accident at Velana International Airport

The Maldives Transport Safety Board (MTSB) has begun investigating an accident in which a seaplane struck the jetty while attempting to take off from the Noovilu Seaplane Terminal at Velana International Airport. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Board said the accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, when a seaplane registered and operated in the Maldives struck the jetty while attempting to take off. A cabin attendant working on the aircraft was injured and is currently being treated at hospital. The Board did not disclose details of the injuries sustained. No other person travelling on the aircraft was injured in the accident. The Board said an investigation is now underway to examine the matters connected to the accident, and that further information on how the incident occurred will be shared after the investigation. The Maldives Transport Safety Board is a state institution established to independently investigate dangerous incidents and accidents in the Maldives' land, sea and air transport sector. It was established on 8 April 2025 by a decree of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.