### [2026-09-8](/feed/2026/09/8/index.md)

##### MBB Bo 105
#  A MBB Bo 105 helicopter operating for the Flying Doctors of Malaysia crashes near Long Lellang, Sarawak, Malaysia, killing all five onboard. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/flying-doctor-helicopter-crashes-malaysia-authorities-say-2026-09-08/)
2. [The Star](https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/08/sarawak-heli-crash-all-on-board-confirmed-dead)

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