Devon & Cornwall - Exercise FAIRWIND
On 25th February 2026, a Penzance Helicopter’s Sikorsky S-76 helicopter was departing Tresco Heliport bound for Penzance Heliport with 9 passengers and 1 pilot on board. The aircraft started its departure from the Eastern end of the airfield and as it gained the necessary speed of 30-40 knots, it sustained a catastrophic mechanical failure. This caused the pilot to affect an emergency landing, resulting in the aircraft sustaining significant damage as it hit the ground.
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For information on public fundraising appeals for those affected by the incident visit www.nationalemergenciestrust.org.uk
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If you wish to contact the incident room please ring the incident room telephone numbers released in the media, or alternatively go to the relevant Police force web / internet site for more information.