MD Helicopters 369D accident near Alvsbyn Airport

1 fatality • Norrbotten, Sweden, Sweden

A helicopter crashed into terrain near Alvsbyn Airport in Sweden, resulting in one fatality and one serious injury.

What happened

On September 26, 2017, at approximately 1154 UTC, an MD Helicopters 3رام69D, registered as SE-JVI, crashed into terrain in Norrbotten, Sweden. The aircraft was operating under Visimind AB and had departed from Alvsbyn Airport (ESUV) shortly before the impact. The crash occurred approximately one-third mile from the airport.

The accident resulted in 1 fatality and 1 serious injury among the two pilots on board. The intended destination for the flight was not identified.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state a probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Sep 2017 MD HELICOPTER 369 accident near Norrbotten, Sweden, Sweden?

A helicopter crashed into terrain near Alvsbyn Airport in Sweden, resulting in one fatality and one serious injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Sep 2017 MD HELICOPTER 369 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Sep 2017 involved a MD HELICOPTER 369, operated by Visimind AB, at Norrbotten, Sweden, Sweden.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state a probable cause.

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