Helicopter was carrying Nigerian Vice President Yemi Osibanjo and his aides, none of whom were seriously injured. There was a total of 12 POB including crew. Brown out on approach was contributory to the end result – helicopter on its starboard side.
- Date
- February 2, 2019
- Reg
- 5N-CML
- Make
- AgustaWestland
- Model
- AW139
- MSN
- 31389
- Location
- near Kabba, Kogi State
- Country
- Nigeria
- CivilMilitary
- Civil
- Operator
- Caverton-Helicopters
- Link 1
- https://www.okay.ng/just-in-helicopter-carrying-osinbajo-crash-lands-in-kabba-photos/
- Link 2
- https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/aib-to-release-preliminary-report-on-osinbajos-chopper-crash.html
- Link 3
- https://punchng.com/aib-seeks-public-assistance-to-investigate-osinbajos-helicopter-crash/
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