Incident
On January 16, 2013, at 0759 UTC, an Agusta A109E helicopter, bearing United Kingdom registration G-CRST, was substantially damaged when it collided with a crane and subsequently impacted the ground near Vauxhall Bridge in Central London, England. A post-impact fire ensued following the crash.
Aircraft and Occupants
The helicopter, an Agusta A109E, was occupied solely by the pilot, who sustained fatal injuries. One person on the ground was also fatally injured. The aircraft itself suffered substantial damage due to the collision with the crane and the subsequent ground impact.
Flight Details
The flight was conducted under visual meteorological conditions as a personal flight. It had departed from Redhill, England, and was en route to Elstree, England, at the time of the accident.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident is under the jurisdiction and control of the British government. Further information can be obtained from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB), based in Farnborough House, Berkshire Copse Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 2HH, United Kingdom.