Accident Overview
On March 14, 2017, at approximately 1719 UTC, a Sikorsky S-92 helicopter, Irish registration EI-ICR, crashed offshore near Blackrock Island, west of Blacksod Bay, Ireland. The aircraft was carrying four occupants: one pilot and three crewmembers. The pilot suffered fatal injuries in the accident, and the three crewmembers are presumed fatal.
Flight Details
The helicopter had departed from Dublin, Ireland, and was en route to Blacksod Bay Helipad in County Mayo, Ireland. No further information about the flight plan or purpose was provided in the initial release.
Investigation Jurisdiction
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the government of Ireland, conducted by the Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) of the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport. This report contains only information released by or obtained from the Irish authorities. Further information may be obtained from the AAIU.
Aircraft Information
The aircraft involved was a Sikorsky S-92 helicopter with Irish registration EI-ICR. No additional specifications or maintenance history were included in the source.
Casualties and Damage
One pilot was fatally injured, and three crewmembers are presumed fatal. The extent of damage to the helicopter was not explicitly stated in the source.