How many accidents has the Bell 505 had?

The NTSB has recorded 4 events involving the Bell 505: 2 fatal, 1 serious, 0 minor injuries, and 0 incidents with no injuries.

Is the Bell 505 a safe aircraft?

Safety depends on many factors beyond the aircraft model, including pilot training, maintenance, and weather conditions. The Bell 505 has 4 NTSB-recorded events. Always review individual reports for context — many events involve pilot error or weather, not aircraft defects.

Bell 505 Safety Record

Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 4 events recorded from 2019 to 2025.

All Events

Incidents

Minor

Serious

Fatal (8 fatalities)

Date	Location	Reg#	Severity	Damage	Probable Cause
Jun 06, 2019	Kazbegi, OF	4L-ADJ	Fatal (3)	destroyed	Investigation pending
Mar 03, 2019	Londiani, Kericho, KE	5Y-KDL	Fatal (5)	destroyed	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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