Bell 206 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1329 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2022 | Riohacha, Guajira, OF | HK5268 | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| May 08, 2022 | Cruziero do Sul, OF | PT-HQB | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 26, 2022 | Lake Apopka, FL | N206BX | Minor | substantial | A collision with water following a loss of visual reference to the water surface due to sun glare. |
| Apr 04, 2022 | Adaminaby, AS | VH-PRW | Fatal (2) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Mar 11, 2022 | Cooma, AS | VH-BHF | Serious (1) | unk | Investigation pending |
| Feb 12, 2022 | Eldorado, IL | N469AE | Serious (1) | minor |
Overheating of two lithium batteries in the paramedic’s flight suit pocket resulting in an explosion and fire that seriously injured the paramedic as …Overheating of two lithium batteries in the paramedic’s flight suit pocket resulting in an explosion and fire that seriously injured the paramedic as the helicopter was about to take off. |
| Jan 23, 2022 | Camrose-Alberta, CA | C-FCQJ | Serious (4) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Dec 30, 2021 | Livingston, TX | N8AU | Fatal (2) | substantial |
The pilot exceeding the yaw control capability of the helicopter for the flight conditions, resulting in a non-mechanical loss of tail rotor effective…The pilot exceeding the yaw control capability of the helicopter for the flight conditions, resulting in a non-mechanical loss of tail rotor effectiveness. |
| Dec 18, 2021 | Santa Ana Mountain, OF | HK4511 | Minor | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Dec 11, 2021 | Midrand, SF | ZS-HXZ | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Nov 28, 2021 | Perry, OK | N59600 | Fatal (1) | destroyed |
A loss of lateral control during a hover that resulted in an impact with terrain. Based on the available evidence, the reason for the loss of lateral …A loss of lateral control during a hover that resulted in an impact with terrain. Based on the available evidence, the reason for the loss of lateral control could not be determined. |
| Oct 28, 2021 | Covelo, CA | N27TK | Incident | substantial | A passenger’s unsecured object departed the cabin resulted in a collision with the tail rotor drive shaft. |
| Oct 26, 2021 | Eswatini, SF | V5-HOC | Fatal (1) | destroyed | Investigation pending |
| Oct 06, 2021 | Gonzales, LA | N373SP | Minor | substantial | The student pilot’s failure to compensate for an unanticipated right yaw, which resulted in a loss of tail rotor effectiveness and helicopter control. |
| Sep 28, 2021 | Pereira, OF | HK-4311 | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Sep 14, 2021 | Hope Bay, Canada, CA | C-GIKX | Fatal | unk | Investigation pending |
| Sep 08, 2021 | Tillamook, OR | N6516K | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a powerline during a low reconnaissance, with sun glare. |
| Aug 04, 2021 | Corydon, IN | N59552 | Serious (1) | substantial | The pilot’s failure to see and avoid power lines. |
| Jul 30, 2021 | Policka, EZ | OK-BWR | Incident | unk | Investigation pending |
| Jul 09, 2021 | Berlin, IL | N170AM | Incident | substantial | The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the helicopter with a stuck skid, which resulted in a dynamic rollover. |
| Jun 29, 2021 | Rome, NY | N134VG | Minor | substantial |
The pilot's improper termination of a practice autorotation with power recovery, which resulted in low rotor rpm, an unstable landing, and a rollover.…The pilot's improper termination of a practice autorotation with power recovery, which resulted in low rotor rpm, an unstable landing, and a rollover. Contributing to the accident was the evaluator's inadequate oversight. |
| May 02, 2021 | Rio Bravo, GT | TG-SEN | Fatal (4) | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Apr 09, 2021 | Region de Los Lagos, CI | CC-AUJ | Incident | substantial | Investigation pending |
| Mar 19, 2021 | XIa Men City, OF | B-7720 | Fatal (4) | unk | Investigation pending |
| Mar 16, 2021 | Lucerne Valley, CA | N6133C | Minor | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering with a tailwind, resulting in the helicopter spinning and colliding with terrain. |
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.
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