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EUROCOPTER AS-355-F2 near Alto Alegre — 2011-04-06

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Date
2011-04-06
Location
Alto Alegre, BR
Aircraft
EUROCOPTER AS-355-F2
Registration
PT-HNA
Highest injury
Fatal
Fatalities
3

Probable cause

Investigated by a foreign authority; NTSB does not determine probable cause.

NTSB narrative

On April 6, 2011, about 2225 coordinated universal time, a Eurocopter AS-355-F2, Brazilian registration PT-HNA, was destroyed when it impacted terrain near Alto Alegre, Brazil. The pilot and one passenger incurred minor injuries, and three passengers were fatally injured. The flight originated from Surucucu, Brazil (SWUQ) and was destined for Boa Vista, Brazil (SBBV). The flight was conducted under Brazilian flight regulations. This investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil. For further information contact: Areonautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center SHIS - QI 05 - VI COMAR Brasilia -DF, Brazil 71.615-600 Tel: 55 61 3364 8800 Fax: 53 61 3365 1004 dipaa@cenipa.aer.mil.br This report is for informational purposes only and contains information released by or obtained from the Government of Brazil.

NTSB coding

  • Unknown or undetermined · Enroute-descent

Evidence available

  • 1 docket document
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