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Helicopter Ditched Off Point Loma After Engine Failure (N100TH)

Point Loma, CA, US

On July 28, 1984, a Bell 206B (registration N100TH) was involved in an aviation accident near Point Loma, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A helicopter was ditched near Point Loma, California, after the engine quit. The pilot reported no low fuel or chip warning lights. Salvage revealed empty fuel lines and seawater in the tank, with cut annunciator panel wires and popped circuit breakers.

Incident Overview

A helicopter was ditched near Point Loma, California, after the engine failed. The pilot reported the absence of a low fuel warning light and a chip light during the event. Following salvage operations, investigators examined the aircraft's fuel system.

Findings

The fuel lines were found to be devoid of fuel, and the fuel tank contained mostly sea water. Additionally, the wires leading to the annunciator panel lights had been cleanly cut. Several circuit breakers were found in the popped position: the CAUTION, TOT, IGNITION, one marked EC100(2), and one marked 28 U(10).

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jul 1984 Bell 206B accident near Point Loma, CA?

A helicopter was ditched near Point Loma, California, after the engine quit. The pilot reported no low fuel or chip warning lights. Salvage revealed empty fuel lines and seawater in the tank, with cut annunciator panel wires and popped circuit breakers.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jul 1984 involved a Bell 206B, registration N100TH, at Point Loma, CA.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40349. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.