The investigation into the emergency water landing involving a Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) helicopter off Kuala Selangor will be conducted internally, according to Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) chief executive officer Capt Datuk Norazman Mahmud. He stated that the MMEA will handle the investigation into the incident.
CAAM confirmed that a helicopter, model AW139 with registration number M72-01, operated by the MMEA, landed in the water near Pulau Angsa in Selangor on Tuesday (March 5). The aircraft departed from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang at 9.10am for a training mission,” he said in a statement. There was no distress call received, he added.
The last contact between the helicopter and air traffic control was at 9.20am. The Kuala Lumpur Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre at Kuala Lumpur Air Traffic Control Centre was immediately activated to determine the location of the helicopter,” he said.
All four survivors were rescued by a rescue helicopter and landed at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport at 10.58am.
Meanwhile, the MMEA confirmed that the downed chopper had made an emergency landing during an exercise. Further details regarding the incident have not been disclosed at this time. The focus is currently on ensuring the safety of the survivors and conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the emergency landing.
The MMEA’s quick response in rescuing the survivors and the coordinated efforts of the Kuala Lumpur Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre are commendable in ensuring the successful recovery of the individuals involved in the incident. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of preparedness and prompt action in emergency situations to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals involved in such incidents.
As investigations continue into the incident, authorities will work to determine the cause of the emergency water landing and assess any necessary safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The cooperation between the MMEA, CAAM, and other relevant agencies will be crucial in ensuring a comprehensive and detailed investigation process to provide clarity on the events leading up to the emergency landing.
Updates on the investigation and any developments regarding the incident will be provided as more information becomes available. It is important for the public to remain informed about the situation and to trust in the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
