Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy announced on Sunday that a helicopter operated by Saudi Aramco crashed in Ras Tanura, resulting in the death of all passengers on board.
According to an official statement, the crash occurred early Sunday morning, June 28, 2026, at approximately 6:00 AM.
The helicopter crashed and was completely destroyed during its flight in the area.
Authorities confirmed that all 14 passengers aboard the aircraft were killed. All victims were Saudi citizens.
Investigation Underway
The Ministry stated that investigations are currently ongoing in coordination with all relevant authorities to determine the exact cause of the crash.
Specialized teams are collecting technical data and reviewing operational conditions surrounding the flight to identify the factors that led to the accident.
No official details have yet been released regarding whether the crash was caused by technical failure, operational issues, or weather-related conditions.
Official Follow-Up Continues
The incident is receiving direct attention from concerned authorities as investigations continue.
Further official updates are expected once preliminary findings become available.
The tragedy has caused widespread sorrow across the Kingdom due to the significant loss of life in one of the most devastating aviation incidents in recent months.
