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Iran Helicopter Crash Kills Four Amid Air Safety Concerns

2/24/2026

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An Iranian Army helicopter crashed into a Dorcheh fruit market in Isfahan province on February 24, killing the pilot, co-pilot, and two merchants.
Emergency services extinguished the resulting fire.
Experts highlight Iran’s poor air safety record, noting frequent crashes involving outdated aircraft lacking proper maintenance.
The incident follows a recent crash of a U.S.-built F-4 fighter jet in Hamadan that killed one pilot during training.

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An Iranian Army helicopter crashed into a Dorcheh fruit market in Isfahan province on February 24, killing the pilot, co-pilot, and two merchants.
Emergency services extinguished the resulting fire.
Experts highlight Iran’s poor air safety record, noting frequent crashes involving outdated aircraft lacking proper maintenance.
The incident follows a recent crash of a U.S.-built F-4 fighter jet in Hamadan that killed one pilot during training.