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.