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UPDATE: Two Pilots Have Been Confirmed Dead After Helicopter Crashes Into Sea Off The UAE
In a tragic update, two pilots have been officially confirmed as deceased following the helicopter crash that occurred off the coast of the UAE last weekend.
On Thursday evening, a helicopter with two pilots on board crashed into the sea near Dubai’s coast
A Bell 212 medium helicopter, with an Egyptian and a South African pilot on board, took off from Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport for a nighttime training session. The incident is said to have occurred in the Arabian Gulf, off the coast of Dubai, at 8:30 pm.
A day later, authorities found the wreckage of the chopper and confirmed the death of one pilot
A statement from the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) was posted on their Instagram, confirming finding one of the plane’s crew who had passed away as a result from the accident.
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Last night, GCAA reported that they found the body of the second pilot who was part of the crew of the helicopter owned by “Aerogulf”
This tragic development further deepens the sorrow surrounding the incident, and investigations into the crash continue to unravel the details of this unfortunate event.
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The GCAA extended its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to the families of the two pilots affected by this tragedy
The authority is urging the public to depend on credible sources for updates and to exercise caution regarding any rumors or false information concerning the incident.
Rest In Peace to both pilots – Our hearts and prayers go to the family
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