Defence Ministry starts inquiry into chopper crash

Herald Reporter

AN inquiry into the cause of the crash of an Air Force of Zimbabwe helicopter in Masvingo on Sunday has opened, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.

The ministry said the accident occurred at Masvingo Aerodrome on September 15.

“The helicopter had two pilots and four passengers on board when it developed a problem during the transition phase of take-off,” reads the statement.

“Fortunately, there were no fatalities from the crew, passengers, and personnel on the ground.

“An inquiry into the cause of the accident by the Ministry of Defence in conjunction with the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe is underway.”