AAIB investigation to Sikorsky S-76C, G-WIWI

Unintentional descent towards trees, Peasmarsh, East Sussex, 3 May 2012.

Summary:

The helicopter descended towards the tops of trees following a discontinued night approach to a private landing site in conditions of reduced visibility and low cloud, when no go-around procedure or routing was available or briefed. One Safety Recommendation is made.

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Sikorsky S-76C G-WIWI 12-14 v2

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