Uganda Helicopter Crash in Somalia | News Update
- A Ugandan military helicopter, carrying eight individuals, crashed at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia, causing a temporary disruption to air travel.
- According to Ahmed Maalim, head of the Somali Civil Aviation Authority, the helicopter had flown from Balidogle airbase, located about 56 miles northwest of mogadishu in the Lower...
- Farah abdulle, an airport employee, reported witnessing the immediate aftermath.
A Ugandan military helicopter crash in Mogadishu has disrupted air travel, prompting an investigation into the incident that involved eight people. Emergency services swiftly responded to extinguish the fire at Aden Adde International Airport. The crash underscores the critical role international forces play in somalia. The aircraft, originating from Balidogle airbase, impacted the military operation of the area. Despite delaying a Turkish Airlines flight,domestic services quickly resumed.News Directory 3 is tracking this notable event closely, as Ugandan troops, part of the African Union peacekeeping mission, support the Somali government. The focus is now on understanding the cause and implications, with the wider context of the ongoing military operation.Discover what’s next as details emerge.
Ugandan Military Helicopter Crash Halts departures in Mogadishu
Updated July 2, 2025
A Ugandan military helicopter, carrying eight individuals, crashed at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia, causing a temporary disruption to air travel. The incident, which occurred in the military section of the airport, prompted a swift response from emergency services who extinguished a fire that erupted after the crash. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges and the critical role of international forces in the region.
According to Ahmed Maalim, head of the Somali Civil Aviation Authority, the helicopter had flown from Balidogle airbase, located about 56 miles northwest of mogadishu in the Lower Shabelle region.An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the crash. The military operation and its potential impact are being closely examined.
Farah abdulle, an airport employee, reported witnessing the immediate aftermath. “We heard the blast and saw smoke and flames over a helicopter.The smoke entirely covered the helicopter,” Abdulle saeid.
While the crash delayed the departure of a Turkish Airlines passenger plane,domestic flights resumed normal operations shortly after. Ugandan troops are part of the 11,000-strong African Union force supporting the Somali government in its fight against the al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabab group, which has been engaged in a long-standing insurgency.The peacekeeping mission continues despite this setback.
What’s next
The investigation into the helicopter crash is expected to provide more clarity on the cause of the incident and any potential implications for ongoing military operations in the region. Further updates will be provided as they become available.