Engine power loss leads to forced landing near Némisko, Quebec

No fatalities • Némisko, Canada

A Eurocopter AS350 B2 experienced an engine power loss during cruise flight, resulting in a forced landing near a lake shoreline.

What happened

On August 28, 2009, at 12:00 EDT, a Eurocopter AS350 B2 was performing cruise flight near Némisko, Québec, Canada. During the flight, the aircraft, registered as C-FHAP, experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot performed a forced landing onto a lake shoreline, which resulted in substantial damage to the helicopter. There were no injuries reported for the pilot or the two passengers on board. The weather at the time of the accident was characterized by visual meteorological conditions (VMC).

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Aug 2009 EUROCOPTER AS350 B2 accident near Némisko, Canada?

A Eurocopter AS350 B2 experienced an engine power loss during cruise flight, resulting in a forced landing near a lake shoreline.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Aug 2009 EUROCOPTER AS350 B2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Aug 2009 involved a EUROCOPTER AS350 B2, operated by Abitibi Helicopters Ltd., at Némisko, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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