The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau recently confirmed the discovery of the helicopter wreckage that crashed in the Atlantic Ocean while transporting workers from Port Harcourt. The announcement was made by the Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Mrs Bimbo Oladeji. The helicopter, carrying eight passengers and crew members, crashed into the ocean, resulting in the recovery of five bodies with others still missing. The bodies were found during an eight-day search conducted by a coalition of agencies. The NSIB disclosed that the wreckage of the Sikorsky SK76 helicopter, registration 5N BQG, was located approximately 0.775 nautical miles from the FPSO Adoon at a depth of 42 meters. The coordinates of the wreckage were recorded at Latitude 04° 13.634′ N and Longitude 008° 19.442′ E. Efforts are being made to recover the helicopter for further investigation. Captain Alex Badeh, the Director General of NSIB, praised the search team and partners for their dedication in locating the wreckage, emphasizing the importance of understanding the circumstances surrounding the accident. He expressed determination to conduct a comprehensive investigation to provide answers and closure to the families affected.
NSIB locates crashed helicopter wreckage in Atlantic Ocean
