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Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Summary

Five people died when two civilian helicopters collided mid-air near Eura Airport in Finland. The helicopters were traveling from Tallinn, Estonia, to an aviation event in Kokemäki, Finland. Police are currently investigating the crash.

Key Facts

  • Two helicopters crashed in mid-air near Eura Airfield in Finland.
  • The crash happened around 12:00 local time (10:00 GMT).
  • Five people were killed: two in one helicopter and three in the other.
  • Both helicopters had taken off from Tallinn, Estonia.
  • The helicopters were going to an aviation event at the Piikajärvi Flight Center.
  • Police found helicopter wreckage in a wooded area.
  • The helicopters were foreign-registered civilian aircraft.
  • Finnish and Estonian officials are working together on the investigation.
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