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Exploration - 27 August 2013

Grounding of Super Pumas a proportionate response

Temporary grounding of Super Pumas is a "proportionate response" to last week’s fatal accident in the North Sea, said the UK’s largest professional body in occupational safety.

 

Survey reveals offshore worker concern over helicopter safety

A snapshot survey of 1000 offshore workers taken after the recent crash of an AS332-L2 Super Puma in the North Sea has revealed that 89% believe that the Super Puma should be taken out of service, and other helicopters considered, such as the S-92.