Australian pilots survive after helicopter crash in Borneo

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By Emma Johnson • Updated Nov 8, 2026 at 22:55

Two Australians rescued after helicopter crashes into Borneo river - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation — Australian pilots survive after helicopter crash in Borneo

Two Australian pilots were rescued after their helicopter crashed into a river in Borneo while fighting Indonesian wildfires. Rescue personnel recovered the crew members from the river after a brief search. The crash occurred near a fire affected area in East Kalimantan. No other casualties were reported. The pilots were part of a water bombing crew.

“Two Australian pilots were rescued after their helicopter crashed into a river in Borneo while fighting Indonesian wildfires,” — Nadia Ashcombe, staff writer at Oakwell Field Group, explained.

Timeline

Nov 13 — Two Australian pilots were rescued after their helicopter crashed into a river in Borneo while fighting Indone...

Nov 15 — The pilots were part of a water bombing crew....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Oakwell Field Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Friday, Nov 20.

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