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IAR 330L Puma crash near near Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

serious2005-04-24
Summary

The Puma crashed in the desert after departing Al Dhafra air base. All four aboard were seriously injured.

Incident details
Date
2005-04-24
Location
near Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Operator type
military
Fatalities
0
Injuries
4
Occupants
4
Probable cause
Unknown
24.4000, 54.6000
Quick stats
Severityserious
Fatalities0
Injuries4
SourceAir Forces Monthly
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