“Malaysia Navy Helicopter Crash: 10 Dead as Video Captures Mid-Air Collision”

Ten people lost their lives in a devastating mid-air accident between two Malaysian Navy helicopters during a practice for the force’s 90th anniversary celebrations, leaving the country in shock and sadness.

As reported by The New York Times and Al Jazeera, a horrific incident occurred during a rehearsal for the force’s 90th-anniversary celebrations, resulting in the tragic loss of 10 lives. Ten people were murdered when two Malaysian navy helicopters collided in mid-air on April 23, according to Reuters. The terrifying moment of the collisions was recorded on camera.

The Dreadful Collision

As reported by ABC News, the video, confirmed by Buletin TV3, shows the two helicopters flying in close proximity until the front end of one crashed with the back rotor of the other. Both airplanes were sent into an uncontrolled spiral and fell toward the earth as a result of the incident. As the heartbreaking scenario played out, onlookers could be heard crying out, “Allah, Allah, Allah” in utter terror, according to The Guardian.

Two Maritime Operations Helicopters (HOM-AW139) from the RMN FENNEC fleet were engaged in the event, according to the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), which was covered by BBC News. The helicopters crashed at the navy’s Lumut base at 9:32 AM local time.

Quick Reaction and Casualties

All ten crew members (seven from the RMN HOM team and three from the FENNEC team) were quickly removed from the accident scene and sent to the RMN Lumut Base Hospital for medical attention after swift rescue attempts were launched. Sadly, however, as verified by the medical personnel on the site, all ten victims tragically passed away from their wounds, according to Al Jazeera.

Anwar Ibrahim, the prime minister of Malaysia, conveyed his deep sorrow for the “heart-wrenching and soul-wrenching tragedy,” offering his condolences to the victims’ families and wishing them strength during this trying time.

Inquiry and Repercussions

The RMN has declared the establishment of a “Investigation Board” to ascertain the reason for the crash after this tragic incident. In addition, the navy has asked people to hold off on sharing footage of the event, citing concerns for the privacy of the impacted families and the objectivity of the inquiry.

There are demands for a comprehensive and open inquiry into the events leading up to the mid-air accident as the country grieves this enormous loss. The event has definitely clouded the reputation of the Malaysian Armed Forces and the nation at large, serving as a constant reminder of the dangers and sacrifices undertaken by those who serve.