RIYADH: Fourteen people lost their lives on Sunday after a helicopter operated by Saudi Aramco crashed in the eastern Saudi city of Ras Tanura, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), according to Arab News. Authorities have launched an investigation into the accident, while the cause of the crash remains unknown.
An official source at the Ministry of Energy said the helicopter went down at approximately 6:00 a.m. local time on Sunday. The aircraft was carrying 14 passengers, all of whom were Saudi citizens. None of the people onboard survived the crash.
Officials have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the accident or whether weather conditions, mechanical failure, or any other factors may have played a role. Investigators are now working to determine what caused the helicopter to go down.
The tragic incident has cast a shadow over the country, with the Ministry of Energy expressing deep sorrow over the loss of life. In a statement carried by SPA, the ministry extended its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and prayed for mercy and forgiveness for those who died.
Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil company, operates helicopters to support transportation and operations across the Kingdom’s extensive energy facilities, including offshore platforms and industrial sites.
As officials continue their inquiry, the nation mourns the loss of the 14 victims whose lives ended in the early morning tragedy. Authorities have pledged to conduct a thorough investigation and provide further updates as more information becomes available.
