Names Of Crew In Ill-fated Lagos Helicopter Crash Released
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Bristow Helicopters (Nigeria) Limited has confirmed that the aircraft that was involved in an accident in Lagos, Nigeria, on August 12, 2015, carried 10 passengers and a crew of two.
According to the company’s Media Officer, Tunji Olugbodi, six survivors and six fatalities were recorded .
The Bristow flight crew among the casualties, comprised of Captain Joseph “Jay” Wyatt of Oklahoma, US, and First Officer Peter Bello, of Nigeria.
Local rescue team at the scene of the crash. Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
“We are shaken and deeply saddened by this tragic accident,” said Bristow’s Regional Director Africa, Duncan Moore.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families, friends and loved ones of all those on board.”
Mr. Olugbodi said: “Bristow has mobilized the full resources of its response team and is working closely with authorities on the investigation, including at the accident site to recover the aircraft.
“Medical treatment is being provided to those who are injured and trained coordinators have been assigned to the families of the crew members and passengers to support them with their every need and ensure that they receive the most current information and assistance.
“Bristow has established a dedicated hotline for family members of those on board the flight. Relatives may telephone +1 (855) 979-7533 or +1 (567) 302-7004 for information, care and assistance.
“Bristow Nigeria would like to express its appreciation for the help and support it has received from the NCAA, the NAIB, NEMA and other industry stakeholders.
The company would also like to thank the Lagos State Government and the traditional ruler and people of the community where the accident took place”.
Captain Wyatt started his aviation career in 2005 and had been flying in Nigeria since 2009, while First Officer Peter Bello joined Bristow in 2014 after graduating from Bristow Academy’s helicopter flight school.
Both were experienced and qualified.
The Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) recently noted that it does not have the right to release the names of the players until the families have been duly contacted.
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