of Leicester City Football Club
On October 27th, 2018, a tragic helicopter crash occurred in Leicester, England. The helicopter crashed shortly after taking off from the King Power Stadium, the home of Leicester City Football Club. The crash killed five people, including the owner of Leicester City Football Club, Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha.
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) released a report on the crash in August 2019, which concluded that the cause of the crash was a damaged tail rotor. The tail rotor is a part of the helicopter that helps to control the direction of the aircraft. The AAIB report stated that the tail rotor had been damaged by a hard landing in October 2017, and that the damage had not been detected during subsequent maintenance checks.
The crash had a devastating impact on the city of Leicester and its football club. Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha had been the owner of Leicester City Football Club since 2010, and had been instrumental in the team’s success. He was highly respected by both players and fans alike.
The crash also had a profound effect on the aviation industry. It highlighted the importance of regular maintenance checks and the need for pilots to be aware of potential risks. It also demonstrated the importance of having an effective safety culture in place within an organization.
The tragedy of the 2018 helicopter crash in Leicester will never be forgotten. It serves as a reminder of the importance of safety in aviation and the need for organizations to take all necessary steps to ensure that their aircraft are safe to fly.
