Ketan Swali, a well-regarded member of the Sherwood Flying Club, and his wife, Sheetal Swali, died in a plane crash on August 14. The couple, from Syston, Leicestershire, were pronounced dead at the scene after their light aircraft was discovered in a remote area near Trawsfynydd in Gwynedd.
Authorities initiated air and ground searches after being notified that an aircraft had not arrived at Caernarfon Airport as scheduled shortly after 12:00 BST. The Sherwood Flying Club, based in Staffordshire, expressed its deep sadness over the loss, noting that the deaths have affected many within the club.
Club chairman Martin Olley described Ketan Swali as a "very popular member" with a passion for flying and aviation. "Our heartfelt condolences go to their families and friends at this difficult time," Olley stated.