Accident Overview
A helicopter conducting shuttle operations between oil drilling platforms was en route between two islands when the accident occurred. The wreckage was located approximately 6 miles west of the destination island. Only the pilot's body was retrieved; two passengers were presumed drowned. No distress calls were received from the aircraft.
Environmental Conditions
At the time of the accident, seas were calm and visual meteorological conditions (VMC) prevailed. These conditions did not appear to impede search and recovery efforts.
Investigation Findings
Investigators examined the remaining debris, but it was insufficient to determine a cause for the accident. No factors could be conclusively identified from the available wreckage.
Conclusion
The accident remains unexplained due to the lack of sufficient evidence. No probable cause could be established.