Incident Overview
On January 14, 2011, at approximately 1600 Eastern Standard Time, a Bell 206B III helicopter, Jamaican registration 6Y-JCA, was substantially damaged during a forced landing in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The aircraft was operated by Captain's Aviation Services Limited. The pilot and two passengers were not injured.
Flight Details
The flight departed from Kingston, Jamaica, with a destination of the Rooms Hotel in Ocho Rios. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident.
Sequence of Events
According to information from an official with the Government of Jamaica, the helicopter was on short final approach to the Rooms Hotel at approximately 50 feet above ground level when it experienced a total loss of engine power. The pilot initiated an autorotation to a grass area on hotel property. During the landing, the helicopter slid on the grass and struck a coconut tree.
Damage Assessment
The helicopter sustained damage to the nose section, both main rotor blades, and the skid.
Engine Information
The aircraft was equipped with a Rolls Royce (Allison) 250-C20B engine. The engine compressor was retained for further examination.
Investigation
This investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Jamaica. Further information can be obtained from the Civil Aviation Authority, 4 Winchester Road, Kingston 5, Jamaica.
This report is for informational purposes only and contains information released by or obtained from the Government of Jamaica.