Offshore rescue incident involving Sikorsky S92 in Ireland

No fatalities • Wexford, Ireland

A Sikorsky S92 helicopter was involved in an incident during an offshore rescue operation near Wexford, Ireland.

What happened

On December 6, 2015, at 14:15 UTC, a Sikorsky S92 helicopter, registered as EI-ICG, was conducting an offshore rescue operation. The flight had originated from Waterford Airport (EIWF) in Waterford, Ireland.

During the recovery of two victims, one individual slipped from the rescue harness and fell into the water. The individual was subsequently recovered.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 Dec 2015 SIKORSKY S92 accident near Wexford, Ireland?

A Sikorsky S92 helicopter was involved in an incident during an offshore rescue operation near Wexford, Ireland.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 Dec 2015 SIKORSKY S92 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 Dec 2015 involved a SIKORSKY S92, at Wexford, Ireland.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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