Navy Super Lynx helicopter makes emergency water landing off Klebang Beach


For illustrative purposes. – courtesy 501 Squadron FB via BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR: A Super Lynx helicopter belonging to the Royal Malaysian Navy made an emergency water landing off Klebang Beach, Melaka, on Wednesday (Dec 31) night.

In a statement, the Navy said the incident occurred at 10.50pm while the aircraft was conducting a demonstration flight in conjunction with the 60th anniversary celebration of the Malaysian Army special forces.

"There were four crew members on board the aircraft at the time of the incident, and all were rescued and taken to Hospital Melaka for examination.

"All crew members are conscious and in stable condition, and are currently under medical observation," it said.

The statement added that the Navy had taken immediate action by arranging a salvage operation for the aircraft, and that a board of inquiry has been established to determine the cause of the incident.

"The Navy also advises the public not to circulate videos of the incident out of respect for sensitivities and to ensure the smooth conduct of the investigation," it said. – Bernama

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