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AAIB investigation to AW169, G-KSSC

Air Accidents Investigation Branch

June 13
08:57 2024

During the final approach to a Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) landing site, the rotor downwash from the helicopter moved an unsecured ground cover on a cricket pitch. The cover struck a bystander on the leg causing a minor injury.

Safety action was taken by the operator to amend its Operations Manual to include enhanced guidance for pilots on helicopter downwash.

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AW169, G-KSSC 06-24

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Published 13 June 2024