Offshore helicopter safety measures announced by CAA

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A series of measures aimed at improving offshore helicopter safety have been announced by aviation regulators.

An inquiry was set up by the Civil Aviation Authority and its Norwegian and European counterparts in the wake of a fatal Super Puma crash last year.

The CAA has announced that helicopters will not be allowed to fly offshore in the most severe sea conditions.

Passengers will have to be seated next to an emergency window exit, pending further safety improvements.

This measure is aimed at making it easier for those on board to get out of a helicopter in an emergency.

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