Incident
On December 2, 2017, at 0900 universal time coordinated, an Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480B helicopter, registered as RP-C8955, was substantially damaged during a precautionary landing near Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines. The pilot was not injured, while the passenger sustained minor injuries.
Aircraft
The aircraft involved was an Enstrom Helicopter Corporation 480B, registration RP-C8955. No further details about the helicopter's configuration or maintenance history were provided.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of the Philippines. The Aircraft Accident Investigation and Inquiry Board of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has jurisdiction over the incident. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of the Philippines. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines.
Flight Operation
The flight was operated under the pertinent civil regulations of the Government of the Philippines. No additional information about the purpose of the flight or the conditions leading to the precautionary landing was released.