Accident Details
On July 2, 2012, at approximately 1430 UTC, a Bell 412EP helicopter with Spanish registration EC-KSJ impacted the Forata reservoir near Valencia, Spain. The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the helicopter, is reported missing following the accident.
Wreckage Recovery
Pieces of the helicopter have been located along the shore of the reservoir. However, as of the latest information, the main wreckage has not been recovered or identified.
Investigation
The circumstances surrounding the accident remain under investigation by the competent authorities. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Spain, specifically the Comisión de Investigación de Accidentes e Incidentes de Aviación Civil (CIAIAC). The CIAIAC is responsible for determining the facts and conditions associated with the accident.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Bell 412EP helicopter, a utility helicopter commonly used for transport and other roles. The specific registration EC-KSJ is assigned by Spanish aviation authorities.
Status of Occupant
The pilot, the sole person on board, is missing. No further details about the pilot's condition have been released by the investigating body.
Further Information
For additional details regarding this accident, inquiries may be directed to the CIAIAC at the provided contact information: C\ Fruela, 6, 28011 Madrid, Spain; telephone 91 597 89 63; fax 91 463 55 35; or email [email protected].