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Aug 19, 2026

Seven killed in tourist helicopter crash in Kenya

A helicopter carrying six tourists and a pilot crashed in Kenya's Samburu county, killing all on board including five Americans and Ecuador's intelligence chief Michele Sensi-Contugi.

Aug 19, 2026·16 sources

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▪The helicopter, owned by Lady Lori Helicopters and operating a charter flight for guests of luxury tour agency &Beyond, crashed in the foothills of Mount Ololokwe after departing from the Loisaba Conservancy.
▪The luxury tour agency &Beyond and aircraft owner Lady Lori Helicopters stated that the cause of the crash was undetermined and under active investigation by local authorities.
▪A helicopter crash in western Kenya in February 2026 killed six people, including a Kenyan legislator.

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