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Helicopter Aborts Takeoff After Engine Fire; Compressor Failure Found

Macae, Brazil

On August 7, 2013, a SIKORSKY S76 - A A operated by Omni Taxi Aereo was involved in an aviation accident near Macae, Brazil. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A helicopter aborted takeoff after low engine parameters were noted. Subsequently, a fire was observed from the engine cowl, the fire detection system activated, passengers were evacuated, and company mechanics extinguished the blaze. Brazilian authorities determined the engine had a failed compressor stage.

Incident Details

While the helicopter was running on the runway, the pilots observed that the number two engine parameters were below prescribed values. They decided to abort the takeoff. After leaving the runway and entering the company apron, the pilots saw company mechanics signaling that there was fire from the number two engine cowl. The number two engine fire light illuminated. The captain activated the fire protection system on the number two side, while the copilot coordinated an evacuation of the passengers. Company mechanics extinguished the fire.

Engine Failure Investigation

According to the Brazilian authorities, the number two engine had a failed stage in the compressor section. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Brazil.

Contributing factors

Malfunction

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Aug 2013 SIKORSKY S76 - A A accident near Macae, Brazil?

A helicopter aborted takeoff after low engine parameters were noted. Subsequently, a fire was observed from the engine cowl, the fire detection system activated, passengers were evacuated, and company mechanics extinguished the blaze. Brazilian authorities determined the engine had a failed compressor stage.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Aug 2013 SIKORSKY S76 - A A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Aug 2013 involved a SIKORSKY S76 - A A, operated by Omni Taxi Aereo, at Macae, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

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