.jpg) VT-APG, the helicopter involved in the accident | |
| Occurrence | |
|---|---|
| Date | 2 September 2009 |
| Summary | Spatial disorientation resulting from a mechanical failure, pilot error |
| Site | Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Aircraft | |
| Aircraft type | Bell 430 |
| Operator | Andhra Pradesh Government |
| Registration | VT-APG |
| Flight origin | Begumpet airport, India |
| Destination | Anuppalle helipad |
| Occupants | 5 |
| Fatalities | 5 |
| Survivors | 0 |
The 2009 Andhra Pradesh helicopter crash occurred on 2 September 2009 near Rudrakonda Hill, 40 nautical miles (74 km) from Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, India. The helicopter was a Bell 430 helicopter owned by the Andhra Pradesh Government, and registered VT-APG. Fatalities included Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.[1][2]
- ^ "Andhra Pradesh CM Y.S.R. Reddy missing, damaged helicopter found". Reuters. 3 September 2009. Archived from the original on 13 January 2010. Retrieved 3 September 2009.
- ^ "India politician killed in crash". BBC News. 3 September 2009. Archived from the original on 30 September 2009. Retrieved 3 September 2009.