
The incident occurred as the seaplane was landing at the lake to take off a group of tourists in the area.
SL Navy
SL Navy
The Navy lifesavers from the Rapid Response Rescue and Relief Unit (4RU) on duty at the Gregory Lake premises, immediately initiated a rescue operation. The team successfully rescued both pilots from the seaplane and transferred them to the Nuwara Eliya District Hospital for medical attention.
SL Navy
The Navy remains ever-vigilant, standing ready to safeguard lives across the island's waterways, ensuring that immediate aid is always within reach.