Accident Details
On February 12, 2008, a Bell 206L1 helicopter, registration P2-IHI (serial number 45723), collided with terrain in southern Indonesia. The helicopter was operated by Islands Nationair under the provisions of Indonesian civilian aviation regulations. Both pilots aboard sustained serious injuries.
Witness and Pilot Accounts
Investigators reported that the aircraft was crumpled and resting on its side after the accident. Witnesses stated that the helicopter plummeted to the ground at a very low level, and they believed the approach was irregular compared to previous or normal approaches. The pilot reported that after noticing indicators decaying or dropping, he attempted to increase power, but was unsuccessful.
Investigation
The accident is under the jurisdiction of the National Transportation Safety Committee (NTSC) of Indonesia, which is conducting the investigation. Further information can be obtained from the NTSC at Gedung Karsa, 2nd Floor, Department of Transport, Merdeka Barat No. 8, Jakarta 10110, Indonesia; phone: 62 21 350 5137; fax: 62 21 350 5139.