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In-Flight Breakup of Helicopter Air Tour Operations

Published 2022-11-15 From National Transportation Safety Board 1 author

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Abstract

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Helicopter air-tour fatal crashes — Hawaii + Grand Canyon series. Special investigation report into the safety record of helicopter air-tour operations. NTSB recommended mandatory installation of crash-resistant fuel systems on legacy Part 135 helicopters, enhanced terrain-awareness, and revised duty-time limitations.

Author

National Transportation Safety Board NTSB

Keywords

helicopter air tour
crash resistant fuel
rotorcraft
part 135

Citation: National Transportation Safety Board (2022). In-Flight Breakup of Helicopter Air Tour Operations. National Transportation Safety Board. NTSB Aircraft Accident Reports ID AAR-22/01. https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/AccidentReports/Pages/AAR2201.aspx ↗