Incident Overview
On January 27, 2015, an accident occurred involving a Hal Dhruv helicopter operated by the Ecuadorian Air Force. The event was formally reported to international aviation safety authorities as part of standard cross-border notification procedures.
Regulatory Notification and Assistance
The Civil Aviation Authority of Ecuador served as the primary notifying body for this incident. They officially communicated the details of the accident to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in the United States. In response to this notification, the NTSB took steps to support the investigation process by appointing a U.S. Accredited Representative. This representative was tasked with providing assistance to the lead investigating authority.
Information Release Protocol
According to the official records, all investigative information related to this event is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Ecuador. Consequently, any data, reports, or findings derived from the investigation are released exclusively by the Ecuadorian government authorities.