The reason for the crash of the helicopter in Khakassia was falling into an air pit.

The preliminary cause of the crash of the Ultra-3 helicopter in Khakassia was falling into an air pit. This was announced on June 15 by a source of Izvestia.

At the same time, the updraft was another possible reason for the incident. It is noted that the flight was carried out for tourist purposes. In addition, the ship had a permit for commercial flights.

According to the source, the deceased pilot was 52 years old. The injured passenger with a fractured spine and other injuries was also taken to the hospital in a coma.

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The wife of the victim of the disaster in 2024 complained to the Investigative Committee

The incident with the helicopter occurred on that day in the area of the village of Mokhov in the Ust-Abakan region. The Abakan Transport Prosecutor's Office also organized an inspection of compliance with the requirements of air legislation to establish the causes and circumstances of the incident.