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Korea – relatives use 2022 Act against government officials, not heli operator

Korea – relatives use 2022 Act against government officials, not heli operator

2-May-2023

The lawyer for the families of the individuals who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in Korea last November has reported that they have filed a complaint against local government officials for violating the Serious Accidents Punishment Act. The accident occurred on November 27, 2022, when a Sikorsky S-58 firefighting helicopter crashed on a... Read more

27-Nov-22 HL…. Sikorsky S58T Yangyang, Korea (5F)

27-Nov-22 HL…. Sikorsky S58T Yangyang, Korea (5F)

27-Nov-2022

Five people lost their lives when a helicopter crashed into a heavily wooded area during a fire reconnaissance flight. Those killed included the 71-year-old pilot and a 54-year-old mechanic, who were initially believed to be the only two people on board.  Rescue workers later found three more bodies – one of a person in their 20s... Read more

10-Nov-19 N827MW Sikorsky S58 Lebanon, US-Indiana

10-Nov-19 N827MW Sikorsky S58 Lebanon, US-Indiana

10-Nov-2019

Working in a confined area with building on one side and wires on the other. Blades struck parked truck. Tail structure separated from boom... Read more

Estrella Warbirds Museum acquires H-19 and H-34 from Fox Field Museum

Estrella Warbirds Museum acquires H-19 and H-34 from Fox Field Museum

26-Apr-2016Source: Paso Robles Daily News

The Estrella Warbirds Museum recently acquired two Sikorsky helicopters from the Fox Field Museum which was closing. The H-19 and H-34 helicopters are currently being refurbished at the museum and will be on display to the public in June.  See full story... Read more

Profile – Midwest Helicopter Airways

Profile – Midwest Helicopter Airways

11-Mar-2014Source: Sun Times

Since 1968, the family-owned business has been operating from its offices and hangar on Madison Street, just north of Joliet Road, the former site of the Hinsdale airport.  See full profile... Read more

Wife sues firm of banker who died in Andes helicopter crash

Wife sues firm of banker who died in Andes helicopter crash

9-Dec-2013

The widow of an investment banker killed in a helicopter crash in the Andes launched legal action against his employer today, accusing it of failing to ensure his safety.  See full story... Read more

01-Aug-12 N126GW Sikorsky S58 Middletown, US-Delaware

01-Aug-12 N126GW Sikorsky S58 Middletown, US-Delaware

1-Aug-2012

Emergency landing after experiencing tail vibrations... Read more

“Falklands 30 – the Conflict, the People” – Exhibition Opens 30th June

“Falklands 30 – the Conflict, the People” – Exhibition Opens 30th June

27-Jun-2012Source: Fleet Air Arm Museum

The new exhibition will display the largest collection of Falklands aircraft. It will include two Sea Harriers, the Westland Sea King which was piloted by HRH The Prince Andrew and a captured Argentinean Agusta109 helicopter which was later used by British Special Forces. Attending the exhibition opening will be Rear Admiral Chris Parry who, as... Read more

24-Jun-12 N9043N Sikorsky S58 Brewster, US-Washington

24-Jun-12 N9043N Sikorsky S58 Brewster, US-Washington

24-Jun-2012

Caught fire during pre-flight run-up... Read more

06-Jun-12 OB-1840P Sikorsky S58T Peru (14F)

06-Jun-12 OB-1840P Sikorsky S58T Peru (14F)

6-Jun-2012

Crashed in mountainous area, killing all 14 on board.  Took 48 hours approx to find wreckage, partly due to poor weather conditions and overnight temperatures down to -15C.  The helicopter was itself built in 1963 and first delivered to the German Army.  Passenger manifest now released : From South Korea:  Thois Young Hwan, Kin Today... Read more

14-May-12 N903CH Sikorsky S58T Forestsville, US-Pennsylvania

14-May-12 N903CH Sikorsky S58T Forestsville, US-Pennsylvania

14-May-2012

Precautionary landing due to low visibility... Read more

25-Jul-11 N3880J Sikorsky UH-34D Wilton, US-Iowa (1F)

25-Jul-11 N3880J Sikorsky UH-34D Wilton, US-Iowa (1F)

25-Jul-2011

Agricultural ops, crashed into field, killing 54-year-old Hubert Dane Harris Jr., of Little Rock, AK.... Read more

Euravia launches PT6T-3 Fleet Refresh Program

Euravia launches PT6T-3 Fleet Refresh Program

23-Jun-2011Source: Euravia

Euravia a world leader in P&WC PT6 Engine Series MRO, has launched the “PT6T Fleet Refresh Program” (PT6T-FRP(C)) for the Bell 212, Agusta Bell 212 and Sikorsky S-58T Helicopter series operating the P&WC PT6T-3 TwinPac. Euravia are offering customers the opportunity to exchange their current PT6T-3 units for Zero TSO units with less than 4,000... Read more

13-Mar-11 N33602 Sikorsky S58ET Los Angeles, US-California

13-Mar-11 N33602 Sikorsky S58ET Los Angeles, US-California

13-Mar-2011

Involved in lifting task putting aircon unit on roof.  Helicopter crashed, colliding with building and causing building to catch fire.... Read more

Canadian Air & Space Museum Seeks Support to Acquire S-58T

Canadian Air & Space Museum Seeks Support to Acquire S-58T

22-Feb-2010Source: Canadian Air & Space Museum

The Canadian Air & Space Museum of Toronto, Ontario Canada has launched a fundraising campaign to acquire a rare Sikorsky S-58T helicopter that had a remarkable 48-year flying career in Canada and the United States. The Museum’s immediate goal is to raise $35,000 U.S. to complete the purchase of the S-58T helicopter and all associated... Read more

Canadian Air & Space Museum Seeks Support to Acquire S-58T

Canadian Air & Space Museum Seeks Support to Acquire S-58T

22-Feb-2010Source: Canadian Air & Space Museum

The Canadian Air & Space Museum of Toronto, Ontario Canada has launched a fundraising campaign to acquire a rare Sikorsky S-58T helicopter that had a remarkable 48-year flying career in Canada and the United States. The Museum’s immediate goal is to raise $35,000 U.S. to complete the purchase of the S-58T helicopter and all associated... Read more

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