Lithuanian-registered helicopter crashes into sea off Latvia coast

A helicopter registered in Lithuania crashed into the sea near Jurmala in Latvia's Gulf of Riga on August 15. The aircraft, identified as a Konner K1-S19, was the only one involved in the incident.

Fortunately, the pilot, who was the sole occupant of the helicopter, was rescued by local police officers. He was brought to shore via a jet ski and subsequently handed over to emergency medical services. The pilot did not sustain any injuries during the crash.

Following the incident, the Latvian Transport Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau (TNGIIB) launched an investigation into the circumstances of the crash. The helicopter was recovered from the sea on August 17 and transported to a hangar for further examination.

Authorities are currently gathering and analyzing information to determine the potential causes and circumstances of the accident. The TNGIIB has not yet commented on any specific theories regarding the crash, as the investigation is in its early stages. Rescuers who inspected the crash site from a boat reported no signs of fuel leakage into the water.

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The pilot, who was the sole occupant of the helicopter, was rescued and unharmed.