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News live: Australian company ‘deeply saddened’ by fatal collision of its two firefighting helicopters in Greece

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News live: Australian company ‘deeply saddened’ by fatal collision of its two firefighting helicopters in Greece

Australian company McDermott Aviation expressed deep sorrow following the fatal collision of two of its firefighting helicopters in Greece. The company's founder and president, John McDermott, conveyed their condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased crew members. The two crew members from the second helicopter remain under medical care.

The statement emphasized that both crews were carrying out crucial firefighting work to protect communities. McDermott Aviation remains in close coordination with relevant authorities and is prepared to assist in their investigation of the incident.

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