AAIB investigation to Sikorsky S-76C, G-WIWI (Correction 2)

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

• From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch
• Published: 12 March 2015

• Category: Commercial - rotorcraft
• Report type: Bulletin - Field investigation
• Date of occurrence: 3 May 2012
• Aircraft type: Sikorsky S-76C
• Location: Peasmarsh, East Sussex
• Registration: G-WIWI

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 Correction 03-15

Published 12 March 2015