Bell 206 L-1 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 8 events recorded from 1982 to 2008.

8

All Events

1

Incidents

3

Minor

1

Serious

3

Fatal (5 fatalities)

Date Location Reg# Severity Damage Probable Cause
May 09, 2008 Muanda, CF N5014V Fatal (1) destroyed Investigation pending
Jul 23, 2004 Escalante, UT N2758C Minor substantial the pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. Factors contributing to the accident were the high winds, the gusts, and the refueling truck.
Jul 17, 2004 Cameron, LA N1078C Fatal (1) destroyed The helicopter's in-flight collision with water for undetermined reasons.
Mar 23, 2001 Seneca Falls, NY N2138Y Serious (2) substantial
the loss of a bolt in a Thomas coupling on the tail rotor drive shaft, for undetermined reasons, during climb, while operating over unsuitable terrain…

the loss of a bolt in a Thomas coupling on the tail rotor drive shaft, for undetermined reasons, during climb, while operating over unsuitable terrain.

Feb 26, 1994 SALT LAKE CITY, UT N2752U Minor substantial THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN FOR A LANDING SITE. FACTORS INCLUDE SNOW COVERED TERRAIN.
Oct 30, 1988 BROWNSVILLE, TX N2092U Incident minor UNCONTAINED ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO THE THERMAL FATIGUE OF THE FIRST STAGE TRUBINE WHEEL.
Jan 21, 1985 CARSON, NM N40TE Fatal (3) destroyed Investigation pending
Mar 16, 1982 DELTA JUNCTION, AK N1069S Minor substantial Investigation pending
Disclaimer: This data is sourced from the NTSB Aviation Accident Database. NTSB events reflect reported accidents and incidents and do not necessarily indicate a defect in the aircraft type. Many events involve pilot error, weather conditions, maintenance issues, or other factors unrelated to the aircraft design. This information is provided for research purposes only — consult official NTSB reports for complete details.
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