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...but earlier last month:| April 25, 2024
Kaman Corp. announced it delivered a new medium-to-heavy lift K‑MAX helicopter to Black Tusk Helicopter Inc. of Squamish, British Columbia.
Black Tusk performs various external lift projects of every scale,
ranging from aerial timber harvesting, ski tower setting, firefighting, and hydroelectric projects.
“Black Tusk is a highly respected operator, and we appreciate the confidence Black Tusk has placed in Kaman and the capabilities of the K-MAX,” said Phil Murphy, vice president of business development, Kaman Air Vehicles.
“Operators are choosing K-MAX for its proven repetitive lift capability with unmatched performance in the most demanding environments.”
“Our primary business goal is to offer our clients quality helicopter services and to ensure the longevity of our company through repeat and referral business by continuing to provide customers reliable and safe performance in all areas of our business.
Adding a second K-MAX to our fleet is an important step towards ensuring we can continue offering our customers the most appropriate and efficient aircraft for their requirements and particular job needs,” stated Black Tusk Helicopter Inc.”
https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/384760
Date: Wednesday 3 April 2024
Time: 11:53
Type: Kaman K-1200 K-Max
Owner/operator: Rotex Helicopter
Registration: HB-ZXY
MSN: A94-0060
Year of manufacture: 2023
Fatalities: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1
Aircraft damage: Destroyed
Location: near Judenbach - Germany
Phase: Take off
Nature: External load operation
Narrative:
A forestry helicopter has crashed during timber work in the Föritz valley in southern Thuringia.
The pilot is in shock and is to be taken to hospital, a police spokesperson said on Wednesday afternoon.
According to the statement, the helicopter was caught by a gust of wind during take-off and crashed as a result.