The Defence Flight Safety Bureau has begun a formal investigation into why the multi-role helicopter was forced to ditch into the sea while taking part in counterterrorism exercises.
Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this articleThis week's dramatic crash landing of an Army Taipan helicopter is prompting renewed focus and debate on Australia's troubled history with its European designed MRH-90 fleet, which will soon be replaced by American made UH-60 Black Hawks.
A damaged rotor blade visible while the helicopter was stranded on the beach is expected to be a focus for investigators and engineers although defence says it "cannot comment" because of the "ongoing investigation".
Defence insiders have acknowledged the more expensive Taipan helicopter has numerous features which make it superior to the Black Hawk but claim Australia has failed to properly maintain and manage the complex MRH-90 fleet effectively.
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