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Daily Tribune
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
King Charles Puts Late Queen Elizabeth's Helicopter and Range Rover Up for Sale
King Charles has decided to sell his late mother Queen Elizabeth II's luxury helicopter, which is expected to fetch up to £5 million. The 2009 Sikorsky helicopter, painted in a striking red with eight seats, has been part of the royal fleet since it was first purchased. According to the Daily Mail, the King plans to replace it with two newer, eco-friendlier aircraft, each costing around £8.5 million. The Royal Family began using the AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters last year, which operate on 50% sustainable aviation fuel. The older Sikorsky had served the late Queen for 15 years, including memorable trips such as her journey from Sandringham to Windsor just months before her passing. Recently, the helicopter's elegant interior was revealed. It features wide grey leather seats, a plush blue carpet, magazine racks, a wooden clock, and tinted windows for added privacy. Aviation brokerage firm AeroAsset confirmed that the aircraft had only one owner and was specially designed for heads of state, with around 5,222 flight hours logged and a luxurious suede leather finish inside. Alongside the helicopter, one of Queen Elizabeth's personal Range Rovers will also go under the hammer. The 2006 L322 model, used by the Queen between 2006 and 2008, includes unique details such as a Labrador hood ornament holding a grouse, custom side steps, mud flaps, a dog guard, and additional security wiring. Despite having covered 120,000 miles, the car is described as being in 'excellent condition.' Both the helicopter and the car offer collectors a rare opportunity to own a piece of royal history.
The Sun
02-08-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
Gunung Semanggol bush fires extinguished after 23 hectares razed
GUNUNG SEMANGGOL: Firefighters successfully brought under control a bush fire that destroyed 23.47 hectares in Kg Tersusun Tebuk Panchor, Gunung Semanggol, Bagan Serai. The blaze, which started on Thursday, was contained after a two-day operation involving ground and aerial firefighting efforts. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad confirmed that 22.66 hectares had been fully extinguished, while 0.8 hectares remained ablaze. Ground teams used mechanical and transport pumps with a 1,000-foot hose, sourcing water from nearby hydrants. The operation was divided into four sectors, with six to seven personnel assigned to each. The Air Unit assisted with an AW 139 aircraft, conducting 20 water bombings. Challenges included navigating high-voltage electrical lines and shallow water sources, which caused mud to enter the water bucket. Firefighting efforts paused at 7 pm today and will resume tomorrow with additional personnel and logistics. Sabarodzi stated, 'Ground attacks and water bombing will ensure remaining embers are fully extinguished.' The fire, attributed to prolonged hot weather, last occurred in the area in 2023. - Bernama
The Sun
26-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Search for missing Terengganu fisherman continues with helicopter aid
KUALA TERENGGANU: The search and rescue (SAR) operation for missing fisherman Mohd Noor Abdullah, 54, entered its second day today with the deployment of a Malaysian Maritime AW 139 helicopter. The fisherman was reported missing after venturing out to sea last Tuesday. Terengganu Maritime Director, Maritime Captain Hamiludin Che Awang, stated that the SAR resumed at 7 am, covering an area of 208.15 nautical miles near Pulau Bidong in Kuala Nerus. Sixteen rescuers are involved in the operation, with the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) establishing a front base at Tok Jembal Jetty for coordination. 'We are expanding the search today around Pulau Bidong, which is often the focus of Mohd Noor's fishing activities,' Hamiludin said in a statement. Mohd Noor was reported missing by his family after failing to return from his fishing trip at around 2 pm last Tuesday.
The Sun
26-06-2025
- The Sun
Malaysia maritime uses helicopter to search for missing fisherman
KUALA TERENGGANU: The search operation continues today for a fisherman feared missing after going fishing in Kuala Terengganu waters on Tuesday, with assistance from an AW 139 helicopter operated by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA). Terengganu Maritime Director Captain Hamiludin Che Awang said the second day of search and rescue operations (Op Carilamat) for victim Mohd Noor Abdullah, 54, began around 7am today involving 16 rescue personnel using a Penggalang 45 boat and air support. He stated the search covered an area of 208.15 nautical miles in the waters off Pulau Bidong, Kuala Nerus. 'MMEA has established a forward base at Jeti Tok Jembal to coordinate search operations and receive direct information from the local community. 'The search area was expanded today around Pulau Bidong, which was frequently Mohd Noor's preferred fishing location,' he said in today's statement. Mohd Noor was reported missing by family members after going fishing around 2pm last Tuesday.
The Star
26-06-2025
- The Star
Search and rescue for missing fisherman continues with helicopter today
KUALA TERENGGANU: The search and rescue operation (SAR) for Mohd Noor Abdullah, 54, who was reported missing while out fishing at sea last Tuesday (June 24), continued with the assistance of the Malaysian Maritime AW 139 helicopter on Thursday (June 26). Terengganu Maritime Director, Maritime Captain Hamiludin Che Awang, said the second day of the SAR operation began at about 7am with a force of 16 rescuers out in an area of 208.15 nautical miles in the waters of Pulau Bidong in Kuala Nerus. "The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has set up a front base at the Tok Jembal Jetty to coordinate the search operation. "We are expanding the search today around Pulau Bidong, which is often the focus of Mohd Noor's fishing activities," he said in a statement on Thursday. Mohd Noor was reported missing by his family members after going out to sea at about 2 pm on Tuesday. - Bernama
