An investigation report into a Chinook helicopter crash that killed two Armed Forces members last year is recommending the Air Force use an automatic flight system when flying low over water at night.
Captains David Domagala, left, and Marc Larouche are seen in a composite image of two undated handout photographs. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-DND, Larouche family
Capt. Marc Larouche and Capt. David Domagala were killed in June 2023 when the helicopter crashed into the Ottawa River during a training exercise near Canadian Forces Base Petawawa. The flight safety investigation report says the crew set out to do two flight tests at night as part of the pilots' tactical first officer training course.
Investigators say the crew was disoriented by environmental conditions and did not notice the descent before the helicopter crashed into the river at a high speed.Investigators also recommended ways the military can improve its emergency response preparedness. The Defence Department launched a significant search after the crash that was hampered by poor underwater visibility and river currents.
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