Mechanical fault suspected in helicopter crash that killed British newlyweds in Greece
Summary
A helicopter crashed near the Greek island of Sifnos, killing a British couple on their honeymoon and the pilot. Greek police believe a mechanical fault, possibly engine failure, caused the crash just before landing.Key Facts
- The helicopter was a privately chartered Bell 206.
- The victims were Marie Ebert and Alexander Cromie, both British and recently married.
- The pilot, Giorgos Raikos, was 53 years old and a former air force officer.
- Witnesses reported a strange noise from the helicopter before it crashed.
- CCTV shows the helicopter spiraling out of control near the helipad.
- The crash caused a fireball and thick smoke at the site.
- Rescue workers found all three people dead at the scene.
- Greek authorities are investigating, led by the ministry of infrastructure and transport.
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