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MD Helicopters MD530F Cayuse Warrior crash near Maiwand district, Kandahar, Afghanistan

serious2022-01-03
Summary

The MD530F crashed apparently as a result of a technical malfunction. Both pilots were injured, one seriously.

Incident details
Date
2022-01-03
Location
Maiwand district, Kandahar, Afghanistan
Operator type
military
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Occupants
2
Probable cause
Mechanical failure
31.6000, 65.0000
Quick stats
Severityserious
Fatalities0
Injuries2
SourcePajhwok
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