Doncaster helicopter crash sufferer named by household

The man who died in a helicopter crash in Doncaster on Thursday has been named by his household as Peter Smith, who was in his 70s.

The pilot, 41, and two different passengers, a 58-year-old lady and a 10-year-old boy, suffered minor accidents.

In an announcement launched by South Yorkshire Police, the household described Mr Smith as “a loving husband, father and grandfather” and mentioned they had been “devastated by this sudden loss”.

“He had a real passion for aviation and it was something he shared with his family,” he mentioned.

“He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren doing crafts and playing sports. He was a proud family man who spent much of his time working and socializing with his son. Peter loved eating out with his wife and was especially fond of sweets.”

The airplane had taken off from Retford Gamston Airport in Nottinghamshire shortly earlier than Bentley crashes in Doncaster suburbFrom Ings Lane simply after 10:00 GMT.

South Yorkshire Police and the federal government's Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) have launched a joint investigation into the incident.

In the assertion, the household mentioned they had been supporting the investigation and requested individuals to not “speculate on the circumstances surrounding the accident.”

They added, “We would like to ask for privacy during this incredibly difficult time so we can acknowledge what has happened and mourn the loss of Peter.”

An AAIB spokesperson mentioned a crew of specialists in plane operations, engineering and recorded knowledge had been deployed to the positioning on Thursday.

The airplane is believed to have been Owned by Kuki HelicoptersRetford is predicated at Gamston Airport. The firm mentioned it could “continue to support” the businesses concerned within the investigation of the accident.

The agency, which presents flying classes and experiences based on its web site, mentioned in a submit on Facebook: “At this extremely sad time all our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of everyone involved in yesterday's helicopter incident.”

The assertion continued: “Our heartfelt condolences go out to everyone affected by this tragedy and we will of course continue to support the relevant agencies involved in the ongoing investigation.”