NTSB CAROL · Event
Event CEN12RA052
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On November 2, 2011, about 0958 eastern daylight time (EDT), a Bell 206L helicopter, Canadian registration C-GDQH, was substantially damaged during an in-flight collision with terrain in Kapuskasing, Ontario, Canada. The pilot and 2 passengers sustained fatal injuries. Visual meteorological conditions reportedly existed in the vicinity of the accident site. The exact flight itinerary has not been established at this time. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Canada. Any further information may be obtained from: Transportation Safety Board of Canada 200 Promenade du Portage Place du Centre, 4th Floor Gatineau, Quebec K1A 1K8 Canada Web site: http://www.tsb.gc.ca This report is for informational purposes only, and contains information released by or obtained from the Government of Canada. Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database Retrieved: 2026-02-12
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