Bell 206B crash in Santo Andre City, Brazil

2 fatalities • Santo Andre City, Brazil

A Bell 206B helicopter crashed into the Serra do Mar mountain range, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On April 8, 2011, at 1730 local time, a Bell 206B helicopter, registered as PT-YMJ, crashed into terrain in the Serra do Mar mountain range near Santo André, São Paulo, Brazil. The aircraft was flying at the 5,000-foot level when the impact occurred.

The flight departed from Porto Marina Astúrias Heliport (SICV) in Guaruja, São Paulo, and was en route to Campo de Marte Airport (SBMT) in São Paulo City. The flight was being operated under Brazilian flight regulations. The crash resulted in 2 fatal injuries for the pilot and the passenger.

Probable cause

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Apr 2011 BELL 206B accident near Santo Andre City, Brazil?

A Bell 206B helicopter crashed into the Serra do Mar mountain range, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 8 Apr 2011 BELL 206B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Apr 2011 involved a BELL 206B, at Santo Andre City, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was determined in the provided report.

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