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![Figure 4. The occurrence aircraft after the forced landing (Source: Simpson Air [1981] Limited)](/sites/default/files/styles/two_by_one/public/2025-08/A24W0116-figure-04-BIL.jpg?itok=APfnaEdn "Figure 4. The occurrence aircraft after the forced landing (Source: Simpson Air [1981] Limited)")
Air transportation safety investigation A25W0077
The occurrence
On 06 July 2025, a commercially owned Bell Textron Inc. 206L-4 helicopter was conducting a recreational flight from Panther River Lodge, Alberta to the Hespero/Safron Residence Heliport with the pilot and 1 passenger on board. As the helicopter arrived at its destination, the pilot conducted an approach to touchdown on the grass strip attached to the heliport. The pilot lifted off and commenced a 2nd approach to the same spot.
Air transportation safety investigation A25W0084
The occurrence
On 14 July 2025, a Great Slave Helicopters 2018 Ltd. Bell Textron Inc. 206L-3 helicopter was operating in the area around Behchokǫ̀, Northwest Territories, supporting tree planting operations.
