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Helicopters Collide in Greece, Two Crew Members Killed
world · BBC NewsA tragic accident occurred in Greece as two firefighting helicopters collided while battling wildfires. Two crew members lost their lives, while a British pilot and a Greek coordinator survived with minor injuries.
At a glance
- The incident occurred 65 km west of Athens, where wildfires have been raging.
- The two leased Bell helicopters were taking part in efforts to tackle a large wildfire on the Attica-Boeotia border.
- The survivors were a British pilot and a Greek fire service liaison officer, who escaped with minor injuries.