The tragic incident occurred on April 23, 2024, during a helicopter training session for a flypast rehearsal at the Lumut Naval Stadium in preparation for the Naval Fleet Open Day scheduled for May. Fire and Rescue Service Operations Commander Suhaimy Mohamad Suhail confirmed the heartbreaking news of the deaths of all 10 individuals on board the two helicopters involved in a collision during flight training.
Footage from the scene depicted the helicopters flying in formation before a fatal collision ensued as one hit the other’s tail rotor. The Eurocopter AS555SN Fennec and AgustaWestland AW139 aircraft were identified as the ones involved, with the wreckage of both lying on the stadium runway and near the naval base swimming pool, extensively damaged.
In response to the tragedy, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim extended his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and announced an immediate investigation by the Ministry of Defence, particularly the Royal Malaysian Navy, to determine the cause of the accident. This unfortunate event serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with military training exercises, with previous incidents involving military helicopters in the region underscoring the need for enhanced safety measures.
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