3 fatalities

6 Aug 2008: Hughes 369D — Prism Helicopter Inc — Alice Arm, Canada

Alice Arm, Canada

On 6 Aug 2008, a Hughes 369D operated by Prism Helicopter Inc was involved in an aviation accident near Alice Arm, Canada. 3 people were killed. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A Hughes 369D helicopter, Canadian registered C-GZIO, crashed while maneuvering near Alice Arm, British Columbia on August 6, 2007, resulting in fatal injuries to the pilot and two passengers.

Introduction

On August 6, 2007, at about 0700 Pacific daylight time, a Hughes 369D helicopter, Canadian registration C-GZIO, crashed while maneuvering in the vicinity of Alice Arm, British Columbia, Canada.

Accident Details

The helicopter was operated by Prism Helicopters Inc., based in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, as a local passenger flight. The flight was conducted under the provisions of the Civil Aviation Regulations of Canada. The pilot and two passengers received fatal injuries.

Aircraft and Operator

The accident aircraft was a Hughes 369D helicopter. The operator, Prism Helicopters Inc., is located in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. No further details about the aircraft or operator were provided in the initial information.

Investigation

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has jurisdiction over the investigation. The TSB has released information pertaining to the accident, which is for informational purposes only. Further information may be obtained from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada.