Russian helicopter splits in half, hovers before fiery crash. Viral video captures shocking moment.
A viral video capturing the crash of a Russian Ka-226 helicopter in Dagestan near the Caspian Sea has made rounds on social media. Tragically, the incident on November 7 resulted in five fatalities, with four individuals from Kizlyar Electromechanical Plant (KEMZ) among the victims. The footage shows the pilot’s brave efforts to control the damaged helicopter despite its visibly broken tail. After a desperate attempt over shallow waters, the pilot struggles to keep the aircraft airborne as it eventually veers out of control towards land, leading to a devastating crash. The accident claimed the lives of employees from KEMZ, a defense manufacturer tied to Russia's military endeavors in Ukraine. Investigations are ongoing by Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency, Rosaviatsia, to determine the cause of the crash. The helicopter’s manufacturer, KEMZ is currently facing U.S. sanctions for its involvement in supplying critical systems for fighter jets used in Ukraine. This incident sheds light on the challenges faced by Russia’s aviation industry due to ongoing sanctions and maintenance issues.
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