The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) revealed how search and rescue coordination activities were activated following the crash of a helicopter operated by Eastwind Aviation, which ditched into the waters of Bonny Finima (Atlantic Ocean).
According to a statement issued by the agency, the accident occurred at around 11:22 am on 24/10/24.
“The aircraft, which departed from Port Harcourt Airport Base to an oil rig, had 8 persons on board with a fuel endurance of 2 hours and 15 minutes. Rescue operations have so far recovered 3 bodies.
“Search and rescue coordination activities were activated in NAMA, and details of the incident were escalated to the Honourable Minister of Aviation, the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Bonny tower, Osubi tower, and Escravos tower for further action.”
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The agency stated that all emergency services and organizations, including the military, have been contacted for the search mission.
“Other low-flying aircraft and helicopters are being engaged to search for floating objects or persons in need of rescue.
“Neighboring aerodromes and adjacent airspaces have also been contacted. More details will be provided as they unfold.”
