Two Saudi National Guard officers killed in helicopter crash
An AH-6i reconnaissance helicopter crashed in Najran region due to technical malfunction, killing both crew members.
At a glance
- AH-6i reconnaissance helicopter crashed in Najran region on Sunday
- Both crew members, identified as National Guard officers, were killed
- Technical malfunction confirmed as cause of crash
- Aircraft belonged to Ministry of National Guard
Two officers from Saudi Arabia's National Guard died when their AH-6i reconnaissance helicopter crashed in the Najran region on Sunday, according to the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen. The aircraft, operated by the Ministry of National Guard, went down inside Saudi territory.
The coalition confirmed that a technical malfunction caused the accident. Coalition spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki announced the incident and conveyed condolences to the families of the deceased officers.
Why it matters
The incident marks a significant loss for Saudi Arabia's National Guard operations in the Najran region.
Original reporting
- Saudi GazetteTwo Saudi National Guard officers die in helicopter crash in Najran
- Saudi Gazette — LatestTwo Saudi National Guard officers die in helicopter crash in Najran
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