Probe underway after helicopter escorting President makes emergency landing

15 Sep 2024 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

An investigation has been launched after a back-up helicopter escorting President Ranil Wickremesinghe made an emergency landing on Saturday.

The Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 412 (SUH 522) made an unplanned landing in a paddy field in Eppawala yesterday due to a technical issue.

It was later flown back to Colombo after an hour.

No injuries or property damage were reported.

The Sri Lanka Air Force is investigating into the cause for the emergency landing.

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