No fatalities

4 Aug 2015: HUGHES 369 — Ramatuelle, France, France

Ramatuelle, France, France

On 4 Aug 2015, a HUGHES 369 was involved in an aviation accident near Ramatuelle, France, France. No fatalities were reported. 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 Hughes 369 helicopter, registration D-HBRM, was substantially damaged after impacting terrain near Ramatuelle, France. The pilot and passenger suffered minor injuries.

Incident Overview

On August 4, 2015, a Hughes 369 helicopter, bearing the registration D-HBRM, was involved in an accident near the commune of Ramatuelle in the Var department of southeastern France. The aircraft impacted terrain, resulting in substantial damage.

Aircraft and Occupants

The Hughes 369 is a light utility helicopter. At the time of the accident, the helicopter was occupied by a pilot and a passenger. Both individuals sustained minor injuries.

Investigation

The investigation into the accident is under the jurisdiction of the French Bureau d'Enquêtes et d'Analyses (BEA). As of the report's release, no probable cause has been determined or released by the investigating authority. Further information may be obtained from the BEA.