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Abe Maddison

Blind spot theory in fatal chopper crash

The ATSB has released its findings after a fatal helicopter crash in WA's Kimberley region. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

The death of two pilots in a helicopter collision, possibly caused by a blind spot issue,  should serve as a "trigger" for mustering operators to consider their risk management practices, an inquiry has urged. 

Australian Transport Safety Bureau investigators found that the operator of two livestock mustering helicopters which collided soon after take-off on July 25, 2024 had allowed pilots to arrange their own separation practices.

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