A Senate inquiry into the fatal MRH-90 Taipan helicopter crash that killed four men is told it has been “hampered” by late responses. Both reports say the hearing heard that delays in providing information affect the inquiry’s ability to scrutinise events surrounding the crash. The articles describe the comments being made to senators overseeing the probe, indicating that timely engagement is necessary for evidence review and questioning. While the sources do not detail the specific agencies or documents involved, they consistently report that response timing was a key issue raised during the proceedings. The accounts also align on the outcome of the crash itself, stating that four men died. Overall, the coverage focuses on the procedural challenge facing the inquiry rather than newly disclosed facts about the crash cause. The Senate probe continues as senators seek information relevant to understanding what led to the crash and to evaluating potential safety and accountability issues arising from the incident.