Helicopter makes forced landing in Cyclades, Greece

By Afroditi Lakkiotis on August 11, 2010 in News

Today, an Air Force helicopter made a forced landing in a rocky region on the island of Anafi, Cyclades. The three-member crew is safe and the helicopter has no damages. According to official information, it took off at 9:07 from Santorini in order to realise a maintenance flight. Soon after the take-off, it suffered engine failure and the experienced pilot made a successful forced landing. A specialised team is at scene and is further investigating, while a super puma helicopter collected the three safe aviators.

(source: ana-mpa)

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