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21-year-old British tourist killed by helicopter blade in Greece | Greece

Three people were arrested after death of 21-year- an elderly Briton died from a rotating rotor blade during landing in Athens from a helicopter chartered by him family from Mykonos.

Greek authorities said the plane’s pilot and two ground engineers were detained after the incident.

“Our investigation has focused on possible negligence,” a police source said. “From the testimonies of the witnesses, the main questions arose as to why the blades did not stop when the passengers were allowed to disembark. on Monday.”

The victim, identified as Jack Fenton, was killed instantly. He had to return to the UK on a private plane after vacation with his parents on Mykonos.

Greek media Oxford Brooks said student was hit by the helicopter’s rear rotor while trying to take a selfie for a few seconds. of Bell 407 touching down on the helipad near Spata.

Fenton parents, who flew behind in a second the helicopter was reportedly unaware of tragedy when their own pilot was alerted and they were sent to Athens international the airport.

Fleet of waiting limousines had to pull up group to the airport from the helipad.

Mykonos-Athens route has become a popular route for Superior Air, an aviation company that operated a luxury helicopter.

Mykonos, which attracted similar of Elon Musk has become a magnet this summer for in super-rich.

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results of en official The police investigation is expected to be directed to public prosecutor on Tuesday. We interviewed witnesses, including [three] friends who traveled with him,” the officer said. “Then the case will be sent to the prosecutor’s office. who will get down to business.”

An unnamed pilot face accusations of manslaughter according to media reports.

It is reported by Superior Air. safety Protocols were followed when the helicopter landed in Athens.

Greek newspaper Protothema reported that boarding personnel escorted passengers off the plane, but Fenton, first landed unexpectedly turned back and went to the helicopter as its engines were still in traffic.

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