Iran Probe Finds Raisi Helicopter Crash Caused By Bad Weather, Army Cries Foul, Calls Report ‘False’

Iran Probe Finds Raisi Helicopter Crash Caused By Bad Weather, Army Cries Foul, Calls Report ‘False’

The helicopter crash that killed Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi in May was caused by bad weather and overloading, reports Iranian media. The final investigation concluded that the helicopter was unable to handle the weight it was carrying, as per a Fars news report citing an Iranian security official. The probe found that the chopper was unable to ascend with extra passengers beyond security protocols, Fars reported. Two passengers beyond the recommended capacity were on board when the helicopter crashed, the probe found. Watch the video to know more.

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