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In the coming days, the commander of the Air Force, Major General Tomer Bar, will conclude the investigation of the Owl helicopter accident, which happened a few weeks ago, and order disciplinary measures against those involved.
As I recall, about two weeks ago it was reported in Vala!
On an owl-type attack helicopter of the Israeli Air Force that collided with a pillar at the Nabatim base, during a trip on the runway.
As a result, the helicopter was severely damaged and three crew members, including a young pilot, a veteran pilot who served as an instructor, and a reserve flight mechanic were slightly injured.
Officials in the Air Force said to Walla!
Because the helicopter crew apparently did not identify a weak point, as expected during a trip on the ground, and did not correctly estimate the distance from the pole, which caused damage to the central rotor (propeller).
After the main rotor hit the pole, the helicopter spun on the ground rapidly, its tail broke and the rear rotor was destroyed.
The same sources clarified that there is a concern that the main beams of the helicopter were damaged and deformed, and that it is necessary to replace all the dynamic accessories on the helicopter.
A series of comprehensive engineering tests will soon be carried out for the helicopter, and at the end, equipment engineers will decide in consultation with the American helicopter manufacturer whether the helicopter can be returned to flight, according to sources in the Air Force.
There is a concern that the main beams of the helicopter were damaged and deformed, and that it is necessary to replace all the dynamic accessories on the helicopter.
An IDF helicopter of the Black Hawk model, an owl at Hatzeri Air Force base/in the camp, Nir Arieli
Even if it is decided to keep the helicopter for operational activity, a lot of work will be required to restore it to serviceability.
Therefore, the Air Force considers the injury to him very serious.
Officials in the Air Force estimate that a command note will be recorded for the young pilot, the veteran pilot will likely be removed from the list of instructors of the Air Force.
The IDF spokesman's response will be provided when received.
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