Summary
Five people died in a helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The helicopter was on a rescue mission when it crashed, killing everyone on board, including two foreigners, a doctor, a guide, and the pilot. Investigations into the crash have begun.
Key Facts
- A helicopter crashed on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, killing five people.
- The crash happened on Wednesday evening during a rescue mission.
- Two foreigners were among those killed in the crash.
- The victims included two foreigners, a local doctor, a tour guide, and the pilot.
- The accident took place at over 4,000 meters (13,100 feet) above sea level.
- The helicopter belonged to the Kilimanjaro Aviation company.
- The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority is investigating the accident.
- Aircraft accidents on Mount Kilimanjaro are rare, with the last incident reported in 2008.
