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Fatal Mi-8 Crash Highlights Russia's Helicopter Engine Crisis

6/4/2025

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A tragic crash of a Russian Mi-8 military helicopter near Naryshkino has claimed the lives of both pilots, with engine failure suspected as the cause. This incident underscores a troubling trend, marking the fifth engine-related crash in 2025 and revealing a dire shortage of helicopter engines that jeopardizes both military and civilian aviation in Russia.

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A tragic crash of a Russian Mi-8 military helicopter near Naryshkino has claimed the lives of both pilots, with engine failure suspected as the cause. This incident underscores a troubling trend, marking the fifth engine-related crash in 2025 and revealing a dire shortage of helicopter engines that jeopardizes both military and civilian aviation in Russia.