Air force helicopter crashes in Enugu

A helicopter belonging to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) crash-landed in Enugu on Thursday.

The force tweeted that the incident occurred after a routine flight and that though the blades of the helicopter got broken, there were no casualties.

“@NigAirForce Helicopter has crashed on landing in Enugu after a routine flight today. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or injuries to any crew member or persons on the ground,” the tweet read.

“@CAS_AMSadique has directed that a Board of Inquiry be constituted to determine the causes of the accident.”

NAF Helicopter Suffers Mishap upon Landing in Enugu

(1/2) A @NigAirForce Helicopter has crashed on landing in Enugu after a routine flight today. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or injuries to any crew member or persons on the ground.

— Air Commodore Ibikunle Daramola (@KunleDaramola3) November 14, 2019

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(2/2) @CAS_AMSadique has directed that a Board of Inquiry be constituted to determine the causes of the accident. @NigAirForce continues to solicit the understanding & support of the general public as it daily strives to ensure the security of Nigeria and Nigerians. Details later

— Air Commodore Ibikunle Daramola (@KunleDaramola3) November 14, 2019

The base is close to Akanu Ibiam International Airport where repair works have commenced after its closure in August this year.

The scene of the crash was cordoned-off as members of the public attempted to have full glare of the incident.

Editor’s note: This picture was used for illustrative purposes