N91158

On July 19, 2008, about 1414 universal coordinated time, a Sikorsky S-61N helicopter, N91158, was substantially damaged during a forced landing in a jungle area, near Cusco, Peru. The 2 flight crew members and 11 passengers were not injured. Meteorological conditions at the time of the local flight were unknown.

According to information released by the Peruvian government, the helicopter was on final approach to land at a helipad, when the pilot felt a sudden decrease in engine torque and rpm. The helicopter was not able to reach the helipad, and the pilot performed an emergency landing to uneven terrain.

The accident occurred in the vicinity of 11 degrees, 52 minutes south latitude, 71 degrees, 54 minutes west longitude.

This investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Comision de Investigacion de Accidentes de Aviacion (CIAA). Any further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from:

CIAA

Direccion General de Aeronautica Civil

12003 Avenida Jiron Zorritos

Lima, Peru

This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the Government of Peru.