{
  "id": 10294668,
  "title": "Victims of Quebec helicopter crash remembered as TSB launches probe",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/victims-of-quebec-helicopter-crash-remembered-as-tsb-launches-probe-10294668",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T21:16:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
    "slug": "global-news-globalnews",
    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12074999/quebec-helicopter-fatal-crash-pilot-remembered/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has launched an investigation into a helicopter crash that occurred in Quebec's Montérégie region, resulting in the tragic loss of four lives. The incident transpired just after 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, when the helicopter crashed into a field in Sainte-Brigide-d’Iberville, southeast of Montreal. Authorities are still determining whether the fire that engulfed the aircraft ignited during flight or during the crash itself. Four victims, including pilot Suzanne Jutras and members of a family celebrating the mother's birthday, were declared dead at the scene.\n\nJutras, described as a \"wonderful\" pilot by her friend Judy Frost, had recently achieved her 500 hours as a pilot, a milestone often required for entry-level commercial aviation roles. She was on her third flight with Jutras, having flown with her twice last year and once in 2026. Frost referred to Jutras as a \"wonderful, wonderful lady, very professional, loved flying,\" and noted her ability to maintain poise amid challenging situations.\n\nThe other three victims were part of a family on board for part of the birthday celebration of the mother, Chantal Raymond. Oceane Perreault, the daughter, mourned the loss of her husband Gabriel Jasmin, her mother Chantal, and her brother Loucas Perreault. Jasmin, an employee at Energie 106.1, expressed his condolences, while Martin Perreault, Chantal's husband, grieved the loss of his wife, describing her as a \"pillar\" of their family. Martin also remembered his son-in-law, Gabriel, as a \"big place\" in the family who brought laughter and zest for life.\n\nThe TSB confirmed it would deploy a team to investigate the crash site, expressing concern over the presence of fire, which could hinder the examination of crucial electronic data from the helicopter. Air safety consultant and former TSB member Andre Turenne emphasized the importance of gathering detailed information from the debris, noting that it could take up to a year or even a year-and-a-half to complete the investigation.",
  "summary": "Four people died after a helicopter crashed in Quebec on Saturday, though it's not yet known if a fire that occurred erupted before or after the crash.",
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        "outlet": "Global News",
        "title": "Victims of Quebec helicopter crash remembered as TSB launches probe",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/victims-of-quebec-helicopter-crash-remembered-as-tsb-launches-probe",
        "published": "2026-09-27T21:16:50.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}