Casualties unknown

2026-02-13: AS 350 B2 (helicopter), C-GYGK — High Terrain Helicopters Ltd — Nelson Airport (CZNL), British Columbia, 10 NM NNW, CA

Nelson Airport (CZNL), British Columbia, 10 NM NNW, CA

On February 13, 2026, an AS 350 B2 (helicopter), C-GYGK operated by High Terrain Helicopters Ltd was involved in an aviation accident near Nelson Airport (CZNL), British Columbia, 10 NM NNW, CA. This summary draws on records from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB).

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A AS 350 B2 helicopter operated by High Terrain Helicopters Ltd struck terrain approximately 10 nautical miles north-northwest of Nelson Airport, British Columbia, injuring both occupants.

Occurrence

On 13 February 2026, an AS 350 B2 helicopter operated by High Terrain Helicopters Ltd collided with terrain approximately 10 nautical miles north-northwest of the Nelson Airport, British Columbia. The two occupants on board were injured in the accident and were subsequently recovered by search and rescue personnel.

Investigation

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is conducting a class 3 investigation into the occurrence. Class 3 investigations analyze a small number of safety issues and may result in recommendations. These investigations are generally completed within 450 days. Further details regarding the investigation have not been released at this time.

Aircraft and Operator Information

The helicopter involved was an AS 350 B2. The operator, High Terrain Helicopters Ltd, was operating the aircraft at the time of the accident. No additional information about the aircraft or operator has been provided in the source.