A tragic helicopter accident occurred today, October 24, 2024, in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. The Sikorsky SK76 helicopter, operated by East Wind Aviation, was on its way from Port Harcourt Military Base to the NUIMANTAN oil rig when it ditched into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny Finima at approximately 11:22 a.m. There were eight people on board, with 3 confirmed dead, the condition of the remaining five are unavailable at the time of filing this report.
The Federal Ministry of Aviation has been informed, and emergency response teams are currently conducting search and rescue operations. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has been notified, and the Nigerian Search and Rescue Unit, Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), and National Safety Investigation Bureau are all supporting the efforts.
The situation is being closely monitored, and further updates will be made available as at when ready.
