ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 268781
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| Date: | Friday 8 February 2008 |
| Time: | 21:21 UTC |
| Type: |  Hughes 269C |
| Owner/operator: | Kootenay Valley Helicopters |
| Registration: | C-GLQZ |
| MSN: | |
| Year of manufacture: | 1979 |
| Engine model: | Avco Lycoming HIO-360-D1A |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | 10 NM North of Cranbrook (CYXC) -
 Canada
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| Phase: | En route |
| Nature: | |
| Departure airport: | |
| Confidence Rating: |  Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities |
The Schweitzer 269C helicopter, operated by Kootenay Valley Helicopters Ltd., developed a gradual loss of engine power while en route. The engine did not stop but rotor RPM could not be maintained and an autorotation landing was made into deep snow. The pilot (sole occupant) was able to make a Mayday transmission during the descent. The helicopter yawed and rolled upon touchdown and was substantially damaged. There was no fire and there were no injuries.
Sources:
TC CADORS No.2008P0201
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