An Iranian Army helicopter crashed in Isfahan on Tuesday, leaving four people dead after a military aircraft went down in a fruit market in Dorcheh city, according to state media.
The helicopter crashed in the central province of Isfahan and sparked a fire that was later extinguished by emergency services. Authorities confirmed that the pilot, co-pilot, and two fruit vendors on the ground were killed.
Iran’s official IRNA news agency attributed the crash to a “technical malfunction.”
Iran Army Helicopter Crash Isfahan: Details and Safety Concerns
The Iranian Army helicopter crash in Isfahan occurred in a busy market area, intensifying the impact of the incident. Emergency teams responded quickly to contain the fire and secure the site.
Officials have not released further technical details, but state media cited mechanical failure as the preliminary cause.
#Breaking ⚠️ 🇮🇷
Iranian Army Helicopter lost control and Crashed over a wholesale (vegetables and Fruit) Market in Dorcheh village, Khomeini city, Isfahan.
Both pilot and co-pikot lost their life during the Incident.
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— Armed Forces Update (@ArmedUpdat1947) February 24, 2026Iran has faced several aviation incidents in recent years. Sanctions have limited access to spare parts for its ageing aircraft fleet, according to officials. Experts often point to maintenance challenges and the continued use of older aircraft as contributing factors to the country’s air safety record.
Last week, a US-built F-4 fighter jet belonging to Iran’s regular air force crashed during a training flight in the western province of Hamadan. One pilot was killed in that incident.
Aviation experts continue to monitor the broader implications of repeated air incidents, particularly as Iran operates aircraft acquired before the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
