SANParks
South African National Parks said a pilot sustained minor injuries after his Airbus AS350B-3+ helicopter was damaged after losing control during take-off from Cape Town International Airport.
SANParks said the incident happened on Saturday morning.
The pilot was alone at the time of the incident and received medical attention.
“The aircraft is based in Cape Town to assist with aerial law enforcement and conservation management operations in the Table Mountain National Park and surrounding areas,” SANParks said.
The South African Civil Aviation Authority and the relevant law enforcement authorities have been notified of the accident and a full investigation into the cause will be launched.
