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Pilot dies after Russian Army Games air display goes wrong

2015-08-02 130 Dailymotion

A pilot has died after a Russian military helicopter crashed during an show at Dubrovichi air field as part of the International Army Games.

After spinning out of control the helicopter hit the ground, catching fire.

Event organisers said a second pilot ejected and was in hospital.

According to the RIA news agency, a Russian air force commander order all MI-28 helicopters grounded the cause of the crash was determined.

The Russian hosted games are expected to continue until mid-August.

Teams from 16 other countries are are taking part in competitions organised by the Russian Defence Ministry.