Choppers, pilots and crew in Lumut crash were fit to fly, report finds
The aftermath of the helicopter crash at the Lumut naval base last month which claimed the lives of 10 people. (JBPM pic)
PETALING JAYA: A preliminary report by an investigation board established by the Royal Malaysian Navy has found that the two helicopters that collided and crashed at a naval base in Lumut last month were fit to fly.
Likewise, the crew members on board were confirmed healthy and able to operate the aircraft.
“Both aircraft were confirmed to be in airworthy condition (safe to fly) at the time of the incident,” the report said.
It added that maintenance works on both helicopters were carried out according to schedule as well as the procedures established by the relevant original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
“Weather conditions on the day of the incident were good and suitable for the flight,” it said.
However, while the HOM (M503-3) helicopter was equipped with a black box, the 21-year-old Fennec (M502-6) was not, it said.
“Data analysed from the HOM aircraft was received on May 3 from the OEM for the investigation board’s further review,” said the report.
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