Bell 212 crash near Cuzco, Peru

On January 17, 2011, at 1940 universal coordinated time, a Bell 212 helicopter, Peruvian registration OB-1767-P, registered to Helicopters Service, and operated by Heliamerica S.A.C., experienced an un-commanded roll over during takeoff from a remote helipad in the vicinity of Camisea, Cusco, Peru, and came to rest on its right side. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed. The certificated airline transport rated pilot in command, commercial pilot co-pilot and three passengers reported no injuries. The helicopter sustained substantial damage. The flight was en route to La Peruaanita, Peru. This investigation is under jurisdiction of the Government of Peru. This report is for informational purposes only and contains information released by the Government of Peru. For further information contact: Comision de Investigacion de Accidentes de Aviacion (CIAA) Direccion General de Aeronautica Civil Avenida Jiron Zorritos 1203 Lima 1 Peru Central: 6157800 Tel: ( 511 ) 315 - 7800