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Helio Courier HT-295 Damaged in Forced Landing After Takeoff in Macas

Macas, Ecuador

On January 15, 2014, a HELIO HT-295 operated by Fundacion Aereo Regional FAR was involved in an aviation accident near Macas, Ecuador. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: <br /><br />. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On January 15, 2014, a Helio Courier HT-295 (HC-BTC) was substantially damaged during a forced landing after takeoff from Edmundo Carvajal Airport, Macas, Ecuador. The pilot and one passenger were seriously injured; two passengers sustained minor injuries.

Accident Details

On January 15, 2014, at approximately 2030 coordinated universal time (1530 local time), a Helio Courier HT-295, registered as HC-BTC in Ecuador, was involved in an accident. The aircraft had just taken off from Edmundo Carvajal Airport (SEMC) in Macas, Ecuador, when it executed a forced landing. During this landing, the airplane sustained substantial damage.

Aircraft and Injuries

The Helio Courier HT-295 was en route to Taisha Airport (SETH) in Taisha, Ecuador, operating under Ecuadorian flight regulations. Aboard were a commercial pilot and three passengers. The pilot and one passenger suffered serious injuries, while the other two passengers received minor injuries.

Investigation

The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Ecuador, specifically the Dirección General de Aviación Civil and the Junta Investigadora de Accidentes de la República del Ecuador. No probable cause has been released in the information provided.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jan 2014 HELIO HT-295 accident near Macas, Ecuador?

On January 15, 2014, a Helio Courier HT-295 (HC-BTC) was substantially damaged during a forced landing after takeoff from Edmundo Carvajal Airport, Macas, Ecuador. The pilot and one passenger were seriously injured; two passengers sustained minor injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jan 2014 HELIO HT-295 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jan 2014 involved a HELIO HT-295, operated by Fundacion Aereo Regional FAR, at Macas, Ecuador.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

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