Pakistan Army helicopter crashes in PoK, all personnel on board killed

A Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashed near Muzaffarabad due to a technical fault, resulting in the death of all personnel on board. This incident follows a series of similar aviation accidents involving military and government aircraft in the region over the past year.
Why it matters
The recurring nature of these crashes raises concerns regarding the safety standards and maintenance protocols of military aviation in the region.
An Mi-17 helicopter of the Pakistan Army Aviation crashed near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Wednesday (June 10, 2026), killing all personnel on board, the army said.
The report relies on official military statements and provides factual context regarding previous incidents.
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