The fatal victim would be one of the balloon pilots. The injured are tourists from Indonesia.
The accident happened during a flight over the Ihlara Valley in the Central Cappadocia region, an important tourist destination that is known for its landscapes. Balloon trips in the region attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
Due to the strong wind, the pilot was forced to make a hard landing. In addition, he became entangled in ropes and ended up under the balloon basket, reports TRT on the basis of the local governor.