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NNPCL Confirms Crash Of Hired Helicopter, Recovers Three Bodies

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The NNPC Limited has confirmed an incident involving on  Helicopter – Register Number: 5NBQG operated by East Winds Aviation which it engaged.

It said “On the 24th of October 2024, about 11:22am, we lost contact with the Helicopter – Register Number: 5NBQG, engaged by NNPC Limited, that took off from Port Harcourt NAF Base en route the FPSO – NUIMS ANTAN. The helicopter was operated by East Winds Aviation.”

Olufemi O. Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd, disclosed this in a statement that there were eight persons on board comprising six passengers and two crew members.

“The appropriate authorities have been contacted, including the Ministry of Aviation, who have since issued a press statement.

“Search and rescue missions are currently ongoing. So far, three  bodies have been recovered.

“We shall continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates as the events unfold.

“Our prayers are with the passengers, crew and their respective families at this very difficult time.

“We will continue to do everything possible to support the ongoing search and rescue operation.”

 

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