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Pilot dies after Russian Army Games air display goes wrong

Pilot dies after Russian Army Games air display goes wrong
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A pilot has died after a Russian military helicopter crashed during an show at Dubrovichi air field as part of the International Army Games. After

A pilot has died after a Russian military helicopter crashed during an show at Dubrovichi air field as part of the International Army Games.

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After spinning out of control the helicopter hit the ground, catching fire.

Event organisers said a second pilot ejected and was in hospital.

According to the RIA news agency, a Russian air force commander order all MI-28 helicopters grounded until the cause of the crash is determined.

The Russian-hosted games are expected to continue until mid-August.

Teams from 16 other countries are taking part in competitions organised by the Russian Defence Ministry.

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