It is with great sadness that RotorMotion announces the death of Captain Pete Barnes as a result of the helicopter accident in London today, 16th January 2013.
RotorMotion is a small and tightly knit team and we are united in expressing our sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of those who were tragically killed and injured at Vauxhall.
While we of course understand the considerable interest in the accident, it is far too early for us to comment on the cause and we are unable to release any further information at this stage other than to say that the helicopter involved was an Agusta A-109E, occupied solely by its pilot.
As soon as we are able to verify the full details, we will release a further statement.
In the meantime, we wish to assure everyone that we will be continuing to give our full cooperation to the Air Accident Investigation Branch and other authorities currently on site, as we have been during the course of the day.
Our immediate priority is to assist those who have been left injured or bereaved by the accident and we are seeking to take proactive steps in liaison with the emergency services.
We fully echo the sentiments of the Prime Minister in expressing gratitude for the superb professionalism of the Metropolitan Police, The Fire Service and the London Ambulance Service who have excelled in very trying circumstances. We extend our gratitude and praise to them.
We would like to reiterate that our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this accident.
We have no further comments to make at this stage and hope that you will understand that we are not in a position to answer any questions.
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