Bell 206 Safety Record
Complete NTSB accident and incident history. 1329 events recorded from 1982 to 2026.
| Date | Location | Reg# | Severity | Damage | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2004 | Graysville, AL | N3902W | Incident | destroyed |
The pilot's inadequate compensation for a tailwind and his failure to maintain directional control resulting in a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. A …The pilot's inadequate compensation for a tailwind and his failure to maintain directional control resulting in a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. A factor was the pilot's improper in-flight decision to hover with a tailwind. |
| Jun 14, 2004 | Alice Springs, AS | VH-PHF | Incident | minor | Investigation pending |
| Jun 09, 2004 | Prosser, WA | N213SD | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines while maneuvering. |
| May 23, 2004 | Auburn, WA | N206AF | Incident | substantial | Loss of control for undetermined reasons. |
| Feb 21, 2004 | Locust Grove, GA | N35Q | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the helicopter while lifting off a dolly to a hover. This resulted in the tail rotor blades and…The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the helicopter while lifting off a dolly to a hover. This resulted in the tail rotor blades and main rotor blades colliding with the ground and subsequent roll over. |
| Jan 28, 2004 | Patterson, LA | N207RT | Incident | substantial |
The in-flight separation of the helicopter's left winglet due to pre-existing cracks resulting in the winglet striking the tail rotor in-flight, and s…The in-flight separation of the helicopter's left winglet due to pre-existing cracks resulting in the winglet striking the tail rotor in-flight, and subsequent loss of directional control. |
| Jan 26, 2004 | Turner, OR | N92CA | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection which failed to detect contaminated fuel. A collapsed fuel screen was a contributing factor. |
| Dec 20, 2003 | Henryetta, OK | N62HF | Incident | substantial | The pilot's inadequate visual look out and failure to maintain clearance from guy wire while maneuvering for landing. |
| Nov 25, 2003 | VENICE, LA | N125TA | Incident | minor |
The failure of the forward boost pump while in cruise flight while operating with less than 10 gallons of fuel onboard, which resulted in a loss of en…The failure of the forward boost pump while in cruise flight while operating with less than 10 gallons of fuel onboard, which resulted in a loss of engine power. A factor was the inoperative forward fuel boost pump caution light switch. |
| Sep 21, 2003 | Shoals, IN | N74AE | Incident | substantial |
The pilot not maintaining a proper descent rate during the touchdown once visual reference was reduced by the dust in the rotor downwash. Factors wer…The pilot not maintaining a proper descent rate during the touchdown once visual reference was reduced by the dust in the rotor downwash. Factors were the dusty gravel landing area and the pilot's visual lookout not being possible due to the dust the rotor downwash raised. |
| Sep 09, 2003 | Kisatchie, LA | N197AA | Incident | substantial | A loss of engine power due to water contamination in the fuel system. |
| Sep 06, 2003 | Long Beach, CA | N59506 | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadequate remedial action in response to a loss of tail rotor effectiveness. |
| Aug 05, 2003 | Merced, CA | N9254Y | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's excessive movement of the helicopter's controls during an aborted landing, which resulted in a loss of control (dynamic rollover) and an i…The pilot's excessive movement of the helicopter's controls during an aborted landing, which resulted in a loss of control (dynamic rollover) and an in-flight collision with terrain. |
| Jul 02, 2003 | Lansing, IL | N52L | Incident | substantial |
The dynamic rollover encountered by the pilot. Factors were the inadequate remedial action by the pilot due to his failure to prevent the rollover, a…The dynamic rollover encountered by the pilot. Factors were the inadequate remedial action by the pilot due to his failure to prevent the rollover, and the inadequate facility with regard to the design of the landing platform. |
| May 31, 2003 | Broomfield, CO | N382SP | Incident | substantial | the student pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and the instructor's inadequate supervision. |
| May 07, 2003 | Hurst, TX | N81519 | Incident | substantial |
The improper flare by the pilot receiving instruction, which resulted in the hard landing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's inadequa…The improper flare by the pilot receiving instruction, which resulted in the hard landing. A contributing factor was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision. |
| Mar 06, 2003 | Kingsland, TX | N793CA | Incident | substantial |
The loss of tail rotor drive as a result of a blanket coming in contract with the tailrotor blades, after the aft cargo door was left unsecured. Cont…The loss of tail rotor drive as a result of a blanket coming in contract with the tailrotor blades, after the aft cargo door was left unsecured. Contributing factors were the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing, and the failure of the medical crewmember to properly secure the aft cargo door. |
| Jan 31, 2003 | West Plains, MO | N27AE | Incident | substantial | The excessive descent rate that required an abrupt flare, resulting in the main rotor severing the tailboom. |
| Jan 21, 2003 | Oak Grove, LA | N5740L | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions, and his improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. A contributing factors was …The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions, and his improper landing flare resulting in a hard landing. A contributing factors was the fog. |
| Dec 31, 2002 | High Island 471, USA | N177AL | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's attempt to takeoff during known adverse weather conditions and failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering. Contribut…The pilot's attempt to takeoff during known adverse weather conditions and failure to maintain control of the helicopter while maneuvering. Contributing factors were the gusty and high wind conditions. |
| Dec 18, 2002 | Odenton, MD | N651GA | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's failure to monitor his fuel supply which resulted in a power loss due to fuel exhaustion, and the pilot's misjudged flare, which resulted …The pilot's failure to monitor his fuel supply which resulted in a power loss due to fuel exhaustion, and the pilot's misjudged flare, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| Nov 08, 2002 | Albany, KY | N108AE | Incident | substantial |
The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning, which resulted in an angle of approach in relative wind conditions conducive to a loss of helicopter tail r…The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning, which resulted in an angle of approach in relative wind conditions conducive to a loss of helicopter tail rotor effectiveness. A factor was the obstacles surrounding the landing field. |
| Sep 25, 2002 | North Las Vegas, NV | N601GM | Incident | substantial | the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and loss of engine power due to an inadequate fuel supply. |
| Aug 24, 2002 | Wisdom, MT | N832AH | Incident | substantial | The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an object while maneuvering. A tree(s) was a factor. |
| Aug 01, 2002 | E Cameron 190, USA | N25GH | Incident | substantial | The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. |