Qatar helicopter crashes at sea after mechanical fault; rescue operation begins

Specialised teams in Qatar are currently conducting search and rescue operations within the country’s territorial waters
- PUBLISHED: Sun 22 Mar 2026, 8:15 AM
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Qatar has launched a search and rescue operation after a helicopter crashed into its territorial waters following a technical malfunction.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Qatari Ministry of Defence said the aircraft experienced a mechanical fault while carrying out a routine mission.
Specialised teams in Qatar are currently conducting search and rescue operations within the country’s territorial waters, according to a statement from the Qatari Ministry of Interior.
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Coordination between high-readiness units remains ongoing as they navigate the designated search areas to ensure a comprehensive response.




