Aviation TAIC opens inquiry into accident near Nelson involving firefighting helicopter
TAIC has opened an inquiry into a non-fatal accident involving a AS350 (Squirrel) helicopter engaged in firefighting operations near Nelson on 17 February
"The principal purpose of the Transport Accident Investigation Commission [TAIC] shall be to determine the circumstances and causes of [selected aviation, marine, and rail] accidents and incidents with a view to avoiding similar occurrences in the future, rather than to ascribe blame to any person." - TAIC Act 1990