Incident report
Sikorsky S-61N crash near Cusco, Peru
minor2008-07-19
Summary
A Sikorsky S-61N (N91158) made a forced landing in jungle near Cusco, Peru after a sudden decrease in engine torque and RPM on final approach. The helicopter was unable to reach the helipad and the pilot performed an emergency landing. No fatalities.
Incident details
Date
2008-07-19
Location
Cusco, Peru
Aircraft
Registration
N91158
Operator
Aeromaster
Operator type
commercial
Fatalities
0
Injuries
0
Probable cause
Weather
VMC
36.5932, -78.3433
Quick stats
Severityminor
Fatalities0
Injuries0
SourceAviation Safety Network
Other incidents in Peru
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