Helicopter Crash in Libya Claims Five Lives During Rescue Operation
A tragic accident occurred at the Sahrā airbase in southeastern Libya on the night of February 10, 2026, when a military helicopter crashed, leading to the deaths of five individuals. This incident has raised concerns about the risks associated with military operations in remote desert areas.
Reports indicate that the helicopter went down within the base located in the Kufra region. Among the deceased were two Libyan military personnel, a medical escort, and two foreign crew members.
Preliminary information suggests that the helicopter was on a military evacuation mission to transport an injured person from a road accident in the desert before crashing at the base. No official details have been released regarding the exact cause of the accident.
As investigations continue, social media has circulated images of the crash site, depicting flames and thick smoke rising from the helicopter wreckage, highlighting the severity of the impact and the tragic loss of life.
Informed sources have confirmed that the relevant authorities have initiated an official investigation to ascertain the causes of the crash, examining whether it was due to technical failure, operational conditions, or other factors, pending an official statement with further details.
The Sahrā airbase is one of the most strategically important military installations in southern Libya, located in a remote desert area of the Kufra municipality, near the borders with Chad and Sudan. It is typically used for military and security missions as well as border surveillance due to its isolation from populated areas and its geographical sensitivity.
The atmosphere remains somber as the community awaits the findings of the investigation into this aviation tragedy that claimed the lives of five individuals during a humanitarian and military mission.
