9Y-TIC

On March 26, 2013, about 1300 universal coordinated time, a Eurocopter BO-105 helicopter, Trinidad and Tobago registry 9Y-TIC, was substantially damaged during a forced landing to a forested area in Granville, Cedros, Trinidad and Tobago. The pilot sustained minor injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the aerial surveillance flight that was operated by National Helicopter Services Limited.

This investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago. Any further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from:

Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Authority

P.O Box 2163, National Mail Centre, Golden Grove Road, Piarco

Republic of Trinidad and Tobago

Telephone: (868) 669-4302

Fax: (868) 669-5397

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