Two Hongkongers injured in Mount Aso helicopter tour

A sightseeing helicopter at Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan made an emergency landing after engine issues and injuring three on board, including two Hongkongers.

The incident happened on Monday, with the helicopter belonging to a zoo named “Cuddly Dominion.” 

The pilot and two Hongkongers were the only ones aboard the helicopter when the incident happened, right after it flew around Mount Aso before heading back to the zoo.

It was learned that the engine lost power and made an emergency landing near an elderly care home.

The 57-year-old male pilot suffered a fractured hip, while a 33-year-old female passenger sustained a leg fracture. The remaining male passenger, 32, has hurt his face during the mishap.

They were sent to the hospital in conscious states. 

Investigators are looking into the cause of the incident.