In the world of Aviation, helicopter accidents are, unfortunately, extremely common.
The NTSB, in its statistics stated that out of approximately 1,700 helicopter accidents, 57% resulted in death. They further noted that out of 1,800 civil aviation accidents, 60% were fatal.
Most people, however, do not realize that helicopters are among the most dangerous forms of transportation, crashing up to 90 times more than fixed wing aircraft, often resulting in death and serious injury.
Most helicopter crashes are caused by:
1) Pilot error and negligence
2) Defective parts
3) Defective design of the helicopter
4) Improper maintenance
5) Engine failure
6) Problematic weather and/or terrain
7) Visual look out inadequate
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The NTSB, in its statistics stated that out of approximately 1,700 helicopter accidents, 57% resulted in death. They further noted that out of 1,800 civil aviation accidents, 60% were fatal.
Most people, however, do not realize that helicopters are among the most dangerous forms of transportation, crashing up to 90 times more than fixed wing aircraft, often resulting in death and serious injury.
Most helicopter crashes are caused by:
1) Pilot error and negligence
2) Defective parts
3) Defective design of the helicopter
4) Improper maintenance
5) Engine failure
6) Problematic weather and/or terrain
7) Visual look out inadequate
Watch Video:
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