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Accident to the Airbus AS350 registered C-GZNR on 15/08/2025 on the lake Fivefinger (Canada)

Decreased engine power during scooping, collision with water surface

Responsible entity

Canada - TSB

Preliminary data based on the notification from the Canadian authorities :

The helicopter was conducting fire suppression operations near Fivefinger Lake. While lifting the bucket from the lake, the pilot reported hearing a loud bang, and that the helicopter subsequently lost power. The helicopter impacted the water and became partially submerged.