Helicopter crash during training exercise claims lives of two officers: Egypt Armed Forces

Ahmed Al-Deeb , Tuesday 5 Nov 2024

The Egyptian Armed Forces announced on Tuesday the crash of a helicopter during an air force training exercise in the Shallufa area in the Suez Governorate, leading to the death of two officers.

Egyptian Armed Forces Spokesman Colonel Gharib Abdel-Hafez
Egyptian Armed Forces Spokesman Colonel Gharib Abdel-Hafez

 

Egyptian Armed Forces Spokesperson Colonel Gharib Abdel-Hafez stated that the incident was due to a technical malfunction.

The Armed Forces expressed condolences to the families of the fallen officers, praying for their mercy and strength for their loved ones.

The relevant authorities are carrying out the necessary procedures, the spokesperson said.

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