Transmission caught fire during landing phase, substantially damaging the helicopter.  All occupants safe.

Date:

15 July, 2011

Reg:

RA-22680

Make:

Mil

Model:

Mi-8

MSN:

98415450

Location:

90km SW of Keperveem, Chukotka Autonomous District

Country:

Russia

Civil / Military:

Civil

Operator:

Bilibinoavia

Link:

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