On Tuesday morning, April 23, 2024, a devastating collision occurred between two helicopters at the Royal Malaysian Navy’s rehearsal for a parade at the Lumut naval base in Perak. The incident claimed the lives of all 10 crew members aboard the aircraft involved.
The helicopters collided mid-air at 9:32 a.m. (0132 GMT), sending shockwaves through the base. All victims were tragically confirmed dead at the scene and their remains were transported to the Lumut army base hospital for identification.
A social media image captured the aftermath of the crash, highlighting the tragic loss.
The Royal Malaysian Navy has expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and has launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.
