Helicopter impact near Cusco, Peru

A Eurocopter AS350-B3 crashed into a hillside near Cusco, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

On October 1, 2009, at approximately 2205 UTC, a Eurocopter AS350-B3, registered as OB-1911-P, crashed near Cusco, Peru. The aircraft, operated by Coyotair S.A.C., struck a hillside at an elevation of approximately 11,700 feet (coordinates 12 deg 33.785 min South, 072 deg 01.681 min West). The impact forces and a subsequent fire destroyed the helicopter. There were 3 fatal injuries involving the pilot and two passengers.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Oct 2009 AEROSPATIALE AS350 B3 accident near Cusco, Peru?

A Eurocopter AS350-B3 crashed into a hillside near Cusco, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Oct 2009 AEROSPATIALE AS350 B3 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Oct 2009 involved a AEROSPATIALE AS350 B3, operated by Coyotair S.A.C., at Cusco, Peru.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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