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6 Jan 2014: GIPPSLAND GA8 AIRVAN — YL Helicopteres SARL — Cayenne, French Guiana

Cayenne, French Guiana

On 6 Jan 2014, a GIPPSLAND GA8 AIRVAN operated by YL Helicopteres SARL was involved in an aviation accident near Cayenne, French Guiana. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 3 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On January 6, 2014, a Gippsland GA-8 Airvan (F-ORPH) was destroyed during a forced landing at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport after a total loss of engine power. The pilot sustained minor injuries; the passenger was seriously injured.

Incident Overview

On January 6, 2014, at approximately 1508 local time, a Gippsland GA-8 Airvan single-engine aircraft, registration F-ORPH, was destroyed during a forced landing at Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport (SOCA) in Cayenne, French Guiana. The forced landing followed a total loss of engine power.

Injuries

The pilot sustained minor injuries, while the passenger was seriously injured.

Aircraft Damage

The aircraft was destroyed.

Investigation

The investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the government of France, conducted by the Bureau d'Enquêtes et d'Analyses pour la Sécurité de l'Aviation civile (BEA). This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by or obtained from the government of France. Further information may be obtained from the BEA at their address in Le Bourget, France.

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