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[UPDATED] Helicopter Carrying Health Officials Has Crashed In Cameron Highlands

The search is currently underway.

Sarah Yeoh October 26, 2022

Cover image via Pahang Fire and Rescue Department

A helicopter carrying a pilot and five health officials has reportedly crashed in Brinchang, Cameron Highlands.

The accident occurred at around 1.15pm, where the helicopter had departed from Sultan Azlan Shah Airport to Brinchang, reported NST.

Rescuers at cameron highlands — Photo via Fire and Rescue Department Malaysia

Only minor injuries

The Pahang Fire and Rescue Department posted an update in a Facebook post, where it stated that four passengers and the pilot suffered light injuries, while one had a broken pelvis.

All of them received treatment at the crash site before they were taken to a safe area.

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Crashed helicopter at cameron highlands — Photo via Pahang Fire and Rescue Department

Helicopter pilot rescued — Photo via Pahang Fire and Rescue Department

The rescue operation is still ongoing.

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