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Fatal Ka-226 Helicopter Crash in Russia Claims Lives of Military Factory Executives | Complete Incident Analysis
Nov 10, 2025 01:56 pm CST
A tragic helicopter crash in Russia's Republic of Dagestan has resulted in five fatalities, including four senior executives from the EU-sanctioned Kizlyar Electromechanical Plant. Video footage reveals the Ka-226 helicopter broke into two parts during a landing attempt when its tail struck a rock, leading to a catastrophic crash and fire. The military facility was previously sanctioned for producing equipment used in operations against Ukraine.
Indian Pilot Trainee Dies in Plane Crash During Flight Training in South Africa
Oct 13, 2025 06:09 pm CST
20-year-old Piyush Pushp from Ranchi, India tragically lost his life in a plane crash during his pilot training at Vulcan Aviation Institute in Johannesburg, South Africa. The training aircraft suffered a technical malfunction mid-air, leading to the crash. The Indian Consulate is working to repatriate his remains as his community mourns the loss of this ambitious young aviator.