Dramatic Video Shows Exact Moment Aramco Helicopter Crashed, Killing 14 In Saudi Arabia | WATCH

Ras Tanura: A helicopter belonging to Saudi Arabia’s nation oil company Aramco crashed in the Middle Eastern country on Sunday, killing all 14 people who were onboard. The reason behind the crash is not clear yet.

The tragic incident took place in the city of Ras Tanura, which is near the Strait of Hormuz, at 6:00 am (local time). According to local reports, all the deceased were citizens of Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy stated that it has launched an investigation into the incident. The Ministry also extended its deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the families of the deceased.

Notably, Armaco had resumed crude loadings at its Ras Tanura terminal just two days ago on Friday following a four-month halt amidst the US-Iran war and the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.

Further details into the matter are awaited.

A video has surfaced that purportedly captured the exact moment of the crash. The video purportedly shows the chopper flying, leaving a long trail of smoke behind.

Soon it was seen rotating, visibly out of control of the pilot. Amidst plumes of smoke, the chopper started falling down, rolling multiple times in the air before it fell on the ground.