A Russian Mi-26 just runs into things on a tarmac in Yakutsk. Russian aviation’s track record has been marred by poor maintenance and operational mishaps, and this seems to continue in that trend. I like how the ground crew just stands there as the helo comes apart, and the announcer sounds bored – perhaps he is desensitized to foolishness. This video a good reminder to not do silly things in helicopter, and also not to choose Yakutsk as a starting point when playing Risk.

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Cam

Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through sailing.