Bell 407 crash near Katra, India

On December 30, 2012, at 0645 universal coordinated time, a Bell 407, VT-PHH, registered to and operated by Pawan Hans Helicopter Ltd., experienced a loss of engine power and subsequent hard landing to the Katra Helipad, Katra, India. The helicopter was substantially damaged and the pilot was seriously injured. The six passengers received minor injuries. The helicopter was operated under the pertinent civil regulations of India. The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of India. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of India. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from: Deputy Director General Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) DGCA Complex Opposite Safdarjung Airport New Delhi - 110 003 India Tel No.: +91-011-24620272, 73 Fax No.: +91-011-24616715 email: amitdgca@gmail.com