Accidents

Pilot dies in Eshowe helicopter crash

A pilot has died after his helicopter crashed near Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal, on Thursday. Despite efforts from local community members to save him from the blaze, the man was declared dead by paramedics when they arrived on the scene. A Lenmed1, specialised air ambulance, was used to respond to the remote location.

Eshowe helicopter crash

According to a statement released by IPSS Paul Herbst Rescue, it is believed that the aircraft was conducting a crop spraying when it allegedly struck powerlines.

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Source: eNCA