Accident Details
On September 4, 2012, at approximately 0730 coordinated universal time (1130 gulf standard time), an Augusta-Bell 206-3B helicopter with United Arab Emirates registration A6-FTB was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain in a flight training area near Al Ain International Airport (OMAL) in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The local training flight was being operated under United Arab Emirates flight regulations. During the accident, the transmission separated from the fuselage structure and the helicopter broke into four pieces.
Injuries
The flight instructor and student pilot were transported to a hospital for medical evaluation and were later released with minor injuries.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was an Augusta-Bell 206-3B, a single-engine light helicopter commonly used for training. The helicopter's registration, A6-FTB, was issued by the United Arab Emirates.
Investigation
The investigation is under the direction of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the United Arab Emirates. At the time of the report, no probable cause had been determined. Further information can be obtained from the GCAA Investigation Sector.
Contact Information
General Civil Aviation Authority Investigation Sector PO Box 6558 Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates Tel: +971 2 4447666 Fax: +971 2 4054535 Email: [email protected]