History of the Flight
On 8 July 2006, a Sikorsky S-61N helicopter, registration EC-FJJ, was involved in an accident at Roque Bermejo, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain. The flight history is detailed in the investigation report.
Injuries to Persons
The report includes a section on injuries to persons, though specific numbers are not provided in the excerpt.
Damage to Aircraft
The aircraft sustained damage as a result of the accident.
Personnel Information
The crew consisted of a pilot in command, a first officer, and an aircraft maintenance technician (mechanic).
Aircraft Information
The helicopter was a Sikorsky S-61N. The report covers information on the airframe, airworthiness certificate, maintenance records, engines, main rotor blades, and main rotor characteristics.
Meteorological Information
Weather information provided to the crew and the prevailing conditions are described in the report.
Communications
Communications were established with La Palma Airport Control Tower, Canaries Area Control Center, and Tenerife North Airport Approach Control.
Wreckage and Impact
The helicopter impacted the water. Wreckage was found and recovered, and the impact dynamics were analyzed.
Medical and Pathological Information
Medical and pathological examinations were conducted on the pilot in command and passengers.
Survival Aspects
Search and rescue operations were carried out, and survival aspects were assessed.
Tests and Research
Investigators inspected the wreckage, studied the fracture area of the main rotor black blade, analyzed the detachment of the blade from the rotor head, and examined radar traces.
Organizational and Management Information
The aircraft operator, its operational organization, and maintenance organization were reviewed, including the operating bases.