The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau has released a preliminary report on the May 8 helicopter crash in Uttarkashi which stated that the main rotor blade struck an overhead fibre cable while attempting an emergency landing causing the crash.
AAIB Report On Uttarkashi Chopper Crash Says 'Rotor Blade Struck A Cable'
The ministry’s team has completed its initial on-site investigation, collecting perishable evidence and key components for further analysis at its headquarters. Flight operator records have also been seized and are currently being examined.
The AAIB under Union Civil Aviation Ministry is conducting the investigation involving the crash of a BELL 407 helicopter that was flying from Kharsali to the Jhala helipad in Uttarakhand which claimed six lives, including that of the pilot.
The ministry’s team has completed its initial on-site investigation, collecting perishable evidence and key components for further analysis at its headquarters.
Flight operator records have also been seized and are currently being examined, as per reports.
What Happened?
The helicopter, according to the reports by AAIB, was attempting to land on NH 34 near Gangnani in Uttarkashi when it struck an overhead cable and crashed, killing the pilot and five passengers.
The aircraft had eventually plunged into a gorge approximately 250 feet deep.
The helicopter belonged to AeroTrans Services Private Limited.
Reportedly, no fire was reported at the scene which has been secured for further investigation by AAIB. They have collected vital mechanical and electrical components for detailed analysis.
The helicopter had taken off from the Sahastradhara helipad in Dehradun and was headed to the Kharsali helipad near Yamunotri. Among the passengers, four were from Mumbai and two were from Andhra Pradesh.
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