Accident Details
On June 27, 2018, at 1713 central standard time, a Bell 205A helicopter with Canadian registration C-FYHD, operated by Transwest Air Ltd Partnership, was substantially damaged during a precautionary landing at Buckmayer Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada. The helicopter was performing a precautionary landing due to severe airframe vibration.
The flight had originated from Hudson Bay Airport (CYHB) in Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan, and was destined for the same airport. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was uninjured.
Investigation
The accident investigation is under the jurisdiction and control of the Canadian Transportation Safety Board (TSB). The TSB has not yet released a probable cause for the incident. Information released by the Canadian government indicates that the helicopter experienced severe airframe vibration, prompting the pilot to make a precautionary landing. The aircraft sustained substantial damage in the event.
No other details about the circumstances of the flight or the nature of the vibration have been provided by the investigating authorities.
Aircraft Information
The helicopter involved was a Bell 205A, a single-engine utility helicopter commonly used for transport and aerial work. The aircraft was registered in Canada and operated by Transwest Air Ltd Partnership, a regional aviation company based in Saskatchewan.