Helicopter was circling nose-down at low level before crashing into shallow Shahe River – see video.  Possible engine failure – note flame from exhaust just prior to impact

Date:

21 July, 2013

Reg:

RA-1881G

Make:

Eurocopter

Model:

SA316

Location:

Solohaul

Country:

Russia

Civil / Military:

Civil

Link:

http://www.themoscowtimes.com/news/article/tourist-captures-helicopter-river-plunge-video/483510.html

Link:

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