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Grounded Air Force helicopter damaged after flipping due to harsh winds, IDF says
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleEmanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
A grounded Israeli Air Force CH-53 “Yasur” helicopter flipped on its side due to harsh winds a short while ago, the military says.
The chopper was damaged in the incident and will undergo repairs before returning to service.
There were no injuries in the incident, as the helicopter was not in operation at the time.
An investigation has been launched into the incident, the findings of which will be presented to IAF chief Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar.
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