The helicopter, carrying tourists near a volcano in Russia's Far East, crashed, leading to the discovery of 17 bodies among the wreckage at a high altitude.
The Kamchatka region's harsh and fast-changing weather, including fog and poor visibility, likely contributed to the crash, complicating rescue efforts.
In 2021, the same helicopter model, an Mi-8, was involved in a previous accident, raising concerns over ongoing safety and regulatory compliance by the operator.
An inquiry has been launched into potential violations of traffic safety and air transport rules by Vityaz-Aero, the company operating the ill-fated helicopter.
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