A military helicopter operated by the Malian Air Force, believed to be a Mil Mi-35, was reportedly destroyed in a crash in the Gao Region of Mali on 25 April 2026 during a combat mission. According to reports circulating on social media, the aircraft went down under unclear circumstances, with claims by the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) that it was shot down. The helicopter was completely destroyed in the incident, although details regarding the number of occupants and potential fatalities have not been officially confirmed. The event highlights the ongoing security challenges in northern Mali, where military operations continue amid insurgent activity.
An EBB Air Embraer EMB-120RT Brasilia, registered 5Y-EBB, was involved in a runway overrun incident at Mandera Airport in Kenya on 24 April 2026 at approximately 09:10, following a scheduled passenger flight from Jomo Kenyatta International…
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