UNAMID helicopter crashes in Central Darfur
September 29, 2013 (KHARTOUM) – A helicopter of the hybrid peacekeeping mission crashed in central Darfur state during an emergency landing but all the passengers and crew are safe, said the UNAMID on Sunday.
The chopper, which transported 19 people and 4 crew, crashed during the emergency landing in Zalengei but none of the passengers was hurt
“Only three passengers suffered minor injuries and were swiftly taken to UNAMID’s Level 1 hospital in Zalengei for treatment”, the UNAMID said.
The mission said an investigation is conducted to detect the cause of the incident.
“UNAMID is conducting a check on all its rotary assets to ensure their technical safety”, the statement pointed out.
The statement did not provide any technical details about the helicopter.
(ST)