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February 5, 2010, El Paso, Texas, Aerospatiale AS350 B2 Ecureuil
The helicopter was destroyed at approximately 1920 Mountain time when it impacted terrain while maneuvering. A post-crash fire ensued. The commercial pilot and two paramedics aboard received fatal injuries. Night visual conditions prevailed for the Part 135 practice EMS flight operated for the U.S. Army as a simulation. The flight was to use night-vision goggles.
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December 6, 2009, Temple Bar, Ariz., Aerospatiale AS 355F1
At about 1030 Pacific time, the helicopter was substantially damaged when its left engine cowling door opened while airborne. The commercial pilot and six passengers were not injured. Visual conditions prevailed for the Part 135 air-tour flight. During cruise, the pilot heard a "thumping" noise followed by slight feedback within the cyclic control. The pilot contacted a second company helicopter to have them visually inspect the helicopter in-flight.
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March 8, 2007, Princeville, Hawaii, Aerospatiale AS350BA
The helicopter was substantially damaged at 1502 Hawaii time when it collided with terrain following a loss of control while landing. The Airline Transport pilot and three passengers were fatally injured; three additional passengers were seriously injured. Visual conditions prevailed for the local air tour flight conducted under FAR 135.
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