INVOLVED IN A HELICOPTER CRASH?

Many factors contribute to the prevalence of helicopter accidents. Some consider helicopters more difficult to handle than airplanes due to the complexity of the many helicopter parts and components.

Accidents can occur when helicopters perform maneuvers that planes and other aircraft cannot do, such as carrying suspended loads. These maneuvers often make piloting a helicopter significantly more complex. However, even simple maneuvers used in helicopter tours may result in tragedy.

Issues that can contribute to helicopter crashes include:

• Pilot Error – Helicopters require especially skilled pilots who can handle all of the machine’s moving parts simultaneously.
• Defective Equipment – Parts that do not function correctly can cause a helicopter pilot to lose control of the aircraft.
• Inadequate Maintenance or Repairs – Improper maintenance can cause crucial helicopter parts to fail.
• Weather Conditions – Helicopters may be more vulnerable to weather conditions than other types of aircraft. Many HEMS fly in inclement weather.

When a helicopter crash happens, an accident lawyer must begin working immediately to investigate if product liability or negligence is responsible for the helicopter crash. An attorney who handles helicopter accident cases may also need to consult with helicopter experts and accident investigators to study the facts of the crash.

Whatever it takes to gain fair compensation to victims and families, our helicopter accident lawyers have the aviation litigation experience and legal resources to aggressively fight on behalf of our clients.