Chopper did not make emergency landing, says operator
Layang Layang Aerospace Sdn Bhd says the landing in Bintulu, Sarawak, as seen in a viral video, was just a precautionary measure.
A video showcasing a helicopter parked near a residential area in Bintulu, Sarawak, began circulating on social media recently. The operator of the helicopter, Layang Layang Aerospace Sdn Bhd, has since clarified the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to the company's accountable manager, Shahdon Poong, the aircraft was not involved in an emergency landing or a Flying Doctor Service (FDS) mission.
The landing was carried out as a precautionary measure and not as a response to a critical situation. Poong confirmed that the pilot and two technicians onboard were unharmed during the landing and that no injuries were reported. The helicopter was en route to Miri for an exhibition program when a minor technical issue prompted the landing.
The pilot and two crew members were the only individuals aboard the aircraft. The company plans to release additional information tomorrow following a review of the engineering team's findings.
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