Canadian Coast Guard helicopter crash in McClure Strait

3 fatalities • McClure Strait, Canada

A Canadian Coast Guard helicopter crashed into ocean waters near McClure Strait, Canada, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members.

What happened

On September 9, 2013, at approximately 1845 Mountain standard time, a Messerschmitt-Bolkow-Blohm BO105-S helicopter, registered as C-GCFU, crashed into the ocean near McClure Strait, Canada. The aircraft was operated by the Government of Canada, Department of Transport, as part of the Canadian Coast Guard. The crash resulted in 3 fatal injuries for the crew members on board.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Sep 2013 MESSERSCHMITT-BOLKOW-BLOHM BO 105-S accident near McClure Strait, Canada?

A Canadian Coast Guard helicopter crashed into ocean waters near McClure Strait, Canada, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Sep 2013 MESSERSCHMITT-BOLKOW-BLOHM BO 105-S accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Sep 2013 involved a MESSERSCHMITT-BOLKOW-BLOHM BO 105-S, operated by Government Of Canada, Department Of Transport, at McClure Strait, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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