The Mi-8 helicopter of the Universal-Avia company, which was flying from the settlement of Tugur to the settlement of Briakan in Khabarovsk Krai, was forced to make an emergency landing shortly after takeoff. There were 22 people on board, including 19 passengers and three crew members. The incident occurred near the settlement of Tugur, from where the helicopter had just taken off.
According to preliminary data, there were no casualties as a result of the landing. A rescue helicopter has already flown to the scene to assess the condition of the passengers and crew members and to provide the necessary assistance. The reasons that forced the crew to make an emergency landing have not yet been established and are currently being investigated.
The incident prompted a prompt response from local rescue services, who are ensuring safety and inspecting the landing site.