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Mi-8 made hard landing in Yamal

10 passengers survived

Mi-8 made hard landing in Yamal

A hard landing of a Mi-8 passenger helicopter occurred in Yamal. There were 10 people in the cabin, all of them survived. The helicopter departed from Salekhard to Panev and, for unknown reasons, failed to reach its destination by 400 meters. According to rescuers, no physical injuries were recorded among the passengers.

At the moment, an inspection of the accident site and the baggage service of the Central Airbase of the Russian Air Force is being conducted to determine the causes of the failed landing.

Context

The incident occurred during a regular flight from Salekhard to Panev as part of routine air transport operations.

Summary:

Mi-8 helicopter made a hard landing in Yamal, all 10 passengers survived.