In-flight fire in Eurocopter AS350-B3 near Higashikagawa, Japan

No fatalities • Higashikagawa, Japan

A helicopter experienced an in-flight fire in its baggage compartment during cruise flight.

What happened

On September 22, 2011, at approximately 10:12 Japan standard time, a Eurocopter AS350-B3 helicopter, registered as JA6522, sustained substantial damage due to an in-flight fire. The incident occurred while the aircraft was in the cruise phase of flight near Higashikagawa City, Kagawa, Japan.

The fire originated in the baggage compartment. The pilot and two passengers were not injured during the event.

Probable cause

Not determined

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Sep 2011 EUROCOPTER AS350-B3 accident near Higashikagawa, Japan?

A helicopter experienced an in-flight fire in its baggage compartment during cruise flight.

Were there any fatalities in the 22 Sep 2011 EUROCOPTER AS350-B3 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Sep 2011 involved a EUROCOPTER AS350-B3, operated by Shikoku Air Service Co., Ltd., at Higashikagawa, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Not determined

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