A tragic helicopter crash in Porbandar, India, on January 5 claimed the lives of three Coast Guard personnel. The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv caught fire after crashing near the runway.
A tragic helicopter crash in Porbandar, India, claimed the lives of three Coast Guard personnel on January 5. The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv crashed near the runway during a routine training flight and caught fire. Emergency responders brought the blaze under control.
The crew members, including two pilots and another official, succumbed to their injuries after being rushed to the hospital.
The incident has prompted an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
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