Bell 222 engine stall leads to crash in Colonia Tovar, Venezuela

No fatalities • La Cava Colonia Tovar, Venezuela, Venezuela

A Bell 222 helicopter experienced an engine stall and crashed in a valley in Venezuela, resulting in no injuries.

What happened

On May 6, 2010, at 12:45 UTC, a Bell 2HT-U helicopter, registration YV2223, was performing a flight from the Balgres heliport in Valles Del Tuy, Estado Miranda (HEBA) to the Quinta Gaemar heliport in Colonia Tovar, Estado Aragua (HEQG).

During the flight, the aircraft experienced an No. 1 engine stall. Following the engine failure, the helicopter crashed in the valley area of Sector La Cava, Quinta Gaemar, in Colonia Tovar, Venezuela. All occupants on board were not injured.

Probable cause

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 May 2010 BELL 222 U accident near La Cava Colonia Tovar, Venezuela, Venezuela?

A Bell 222 helicopter experienced an engine stall and crashed in a valley in Venezuela, resulting in no injuries.

Were there any fatalities in the 6 May 2010 BELL 222 U accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 May 2010 involved a BELL 222 U, operated by Balgres, C.A., at La Cava Colonia Tovar, Venezuela, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The provided source does not state an official probable cause.

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