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Two Helicopters Collide Mid-Air In Australia

Two Helicopters Collide Mid-Air In Australia

Four persons were killed in a mid-air collision between two helicopters today on Australia’s Gold Coast, according to officials, and images from the scene showed one of the helicopters’ rotors laying on a sand bank.

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The two helicopters that collided at the Sea World amusement park in Main Resort, a northern Gold Coast beach, seemed to be taking off and landing, respectively, according to acting Queensland state police inspector Gary Worrell.

While one aircraft successfully touched down on a sandbar, the other left behind debris that authorities described as being impossible to access. All of the victims in the wrecked helicopter’s fatalities and three most gravely injured individuals were passengers.

Members of the public and police attempted to rescue the passengers from the upside-down aircraft, Worrell added. They also started administering first aid. Jet ski riders, family boaters, and regular citizens rushed to help these people.

Theme park employees, according to him, acted quickly to seal off the areas nearest to the collision. He said, “There was a huge, huge bang.” “Simply put, it was enormous. I’m not sure if that was the propellers or something else hitting against each other.

The event, according to Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, was an unspeakable tragedy. She expressed her sincere condolences to all the families and individuals impacted by the tragic incident.

An inquiry into the crash’s cause is ongoing, according to Australian Transport Safety Bureau chief commissioner Angus Mitchell.

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Flames on the Runway: Russian Jet Sparks Emergency in Turkey

A dramatic incident unfolded at Turkey’s Antalya Airport on Sunday night when a Russian passenger plane caught fire shortly after landing.

The Azimuth Airlines Sukhoi Superjet 100, arriving from Sochi International Airport in Russia, was carrying 89 passengers and six crew members. Thankfully, all onboard were safely evacuated without any injuries reported.

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The fire broke out after the aircraft landed at 9:34 p.m. local time, prompting the pilot to issue an emergency call. Evacuation footage shared by Russian media site ЧП Сочи captured the tense moments as passengers slid down emergency slides, with some seen carrying large pieces of luggage despite the urgency of the situation.

Investigators at the time highlighted the critical impact of passengers retrieving their belongings, which obstructed others from escaping the burning aircraft.

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Although no injuries were reported this time, the episode serves as a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing life over possessions during emergencies. Seconds can mean the difference between survival and tragedy in such situations.

In response to the incident, Turkey’s transportation ministry confirmed that efforts were underway to remove the damaged aircraft from the runway. While arrivals at Antalya Airport were temporarily suspended, departures continued from a nearby military-operated runway to minimize disruptions.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, but the swift evacuation ensured a safe outcome for everyone on board.

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