Accident Overview
On March 15, 2017, at approximately 2100 UTC, a Bell 206 helicopter bearing registration F-GPPH collided with terrain in the vicinity of Figeac, France. The pilot sustained fatal injuries, and the helicopter was destroyed. The flight had originated from Poitiers Biard Airport (LFBI) and was en route to Mouret, France.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction of the French government. The Bureau d'Enquêtes et d'Analyses (BEA) is responsible for the inquiry. Further information may be obtained from the BEA at its headquarters in Le Bourget, France.