Bell 206 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1329 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 03, 2006 | Antioquia, CO | HK3727 | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Jun 30, 2006 | Walford, IA | N2877F | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from powerlines. The powerlines were a factor. |
| May 30, 2006 | Grand Isle 43AA, USA | N92MT | Fatal (1) | — | The pilot's incapacitation and death due to pre-existing cardiac disease. |
| Mar 14, 2006 | Patterson, LA | N370RL | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
The improper installation of an engine fuel line fitting by other maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loose fitting and a loss of engine power …The improper installation of an engine fuel line fitting by other maintenance personnel, which resulted in a loose fitting and a loss of engine power during cruise flight. Factors associated with the accident are a tailwind, and the lack of a suitable site for a forced landing. |
| Feb 24, 2006 | Mutata, CO | HK-2496 | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Feb 02, 2006 | Parkes, AS | VH-MFI | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Dec 21, 2005 | Coupar Angus, UK | G-WLLY | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Nov 02, 2005 | El Marques, MX | XA-LUM | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Oct 06, 2005 | Gulf of Mexico, USA | N6560K | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Undetermined. The aircraft is missing. |
| Aug 18, 2005 | Gulf of Mexico, USA | N167H | Fatal (2) | destroyed | The loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion as a result of the pilot's improper fuel calculations. |
| Jul 25, 2005 | Balaga, Sarawak, MY | 9M-BCT | Fatal (3) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Mar 26, 2005 | Sirnach, SZ | HB-XQO | Fatal (4) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Mar 10, 2005 | Shelbyville, TX | N85BH | Fatal (3) | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain altitude and clearance for undetermined reasons. |
| Feb 21, 2005 | Gentry, AR | N5734M | Fatal (1) | substantial | The pilot’s improper decision to maneuver in an environment conducive to a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. |
| Feb 05, 2005 | Bonifay, FL | N35BA | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain a climb after takeoff and his continued descent which resulted in an in-flight collision with the ground. A factor in …The pilot's failure to maintain a climb after takeoff and his continued descent which resulted in an in-flight collision with the ground. A factor in the accident was the dark night. |
| Jan 23, 2005 | Villarrica, CI | CC-CKC | Fatal (2) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 25, 2004 | Kalaheo, HI | N16849 | Fatal (5) | destroyed |
The pilot's decision to continue flight under visual flight rules into an area of turbulent, reduced visibility weather conditions, which resulted in …The pilot's decision to continue flight under visual flight rules into an area of turbulent, reduced visibility weather conditions, which resulted in the pilot's spatial disorientation and loss of control of the helicopter. Contributing to this accident was the pilot's inexperience in assessing local weather conditions, inadequate Federal Aviation Administration surveillance of Special Federal Aviation Regulation 71 operating restrictions, and the operator's pilot-scheduling practices that likely had an adverse impact on pilot decision-making and performance. |
| Aug 17, 2004 | Mead, WA | N34698 | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
The reversal of the reel machine during a sock line pull which resulted in a loss of control while hovering out of ground effect. Factors were the fa…The reversal of the reel machine during a sock line pull which resulted in a loss of control while hovering out of ground effect. Factors were the failure of company management to develop adequate procedures for conducting sock line pulls, the inadequate communication between the chief pilot and the pilot, the inadequate communication between the ground personnel and the pilot, and the pilot's lack of recent experience in Class C external load operations. |
| Jul 17, 2004 | Cameron, LA | N1078C | Fatal (1) | destroyed | The helicopter's in-flight collision with water for undetermined reasons. |
| Jun 27, 2004 | Cushing, OK | N27TV | Fatal (2) | destroyed |
the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance. Contributing factors were low altitude flight, sun…the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision and his failure to maintain obstacle clearance. Contributing factors were low altitude flight, sun glare, and the static wires. |
| Jun 25, 2004 | Mesa, AZ | N97AZ | Fatal (1) | substantial |
the pilot's failure to adequately clear the left skid of obstacles resulting in a dynamic rollover of the helicopter and collision with terrain. A fa…the pilot's failure to adequately clear the left skid of obstacles resulting in a dynamic rollover of the helicopter and collision with terrain. A factor in the accident was the dark nighttime lighting conditions. |
| Jun 24, 2004 | Vermillion Bay, LA | N5006F | Fatal (3) | destroyed |
The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions resulting in a loss of control. Contributing factors were the prevailing thunderstorms a…The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions resulting in a loss of control. Contributing factors were the prevailing thunderstorms and the pilot's inadequate in flight preparation and planning. |
| May 11, 2004 | SMI-28, USA | N83MT | Fatal (1) | — | Incapacitation of the pilot due to a heart attack. |
| May 01, 2004 | Deadhorse, AK | N130AL | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his spatial disorientation and loss of control during a subseque…The pilot's continued VFR flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his spatial disorientation and loss of control during a subsequent landing. Factors associated with the accident are flat light and whiteout conditions, fog, and snow-covered terrain. |
| Apr 21, 2004 | Boonville, IN | N137AE | Fatal (1) | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate planning/decision which resulted in his failure to maintain terrain clearance. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequat…The pilot's inadequate planning/decision which resulted in his failure to maintain terrain clearance. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate preflight planning, his diverted attention, and the dark night conditions. |