Hard landing involving Eurocopter AS355 in Santo Domingo

No fatalities • Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

A Eurocopter AS355 F2 sustained substantial damage following a hard landing at La Isabela International Airport.

What happened

On August 14, 2016, at approximately 2040 UTC, a Eurocopter AS355 F2, bearing registration HI-861, was involved in an accident at La Isabela International Airport (MDJB) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The aircraft experienced a hard landing, which resulted in substantial damage to the helicopter. The pilot sustained one serious injury.

Probable cause

The official probable cause was not determined in the provided report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 14 Aug 2016 EUROCOPTER AS355 F2 accident near Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic?

A Eurocopter AS355 F2 sustained substantial damage following a hard landing at La Isabela International Airport.

Were there any fatalities in the 14 Aug 2016 EUROCOPTER AS355 F2 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 14 Aug 2016 involved a EUROCOPTER AS355 F2, at Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The official probable cause was not determined in the provided report.

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