Overview

• The inquest into the 2018 Leicester City helicopter crash confirmed a mechanical failure caused the aircraft to spin out of control shortly after takeoff.
• A seized duplex bearing in the tail rotor led to a complete loss of control, according to the Air Accidents Investigation Branch.
• Pilot Eric Swaffer took every possible action to mitigate the crash but was unable to regain control in the extreme and disorienting conditions.
• Victims included Leicester City owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, Swaffer, his partner Izabela Lechowicz, and passengers Nusara Suknamai and Kaveporn Punpare.
• Tributes from families and Leicester City officials highlighted the profound impact of Srivaddhanaprabha’s leadership and generosity on the club and community.