Bell 206 Helicopter Collision with Mountain in Venezuela

5 fatalities • Montana Auyantepui, Venezuela

A sightseeing flight involving a Bell 206 L-4 resulted in a fatal mountain collision near Montaña Auyantepui.

What happened

On January 18, 2012, at approximately 1715 UTC, a Bell 206 L-4 helicopter, registered as YV1985, crashed into a mountain near Montaña Auyantepui within the Canaima National Park in Bolívar State, Venezuela.

The flight was operating as a sightseeing mission, departing from Aeródromo de Luepa (SVLP) with an intended destination of Uonquen Airport (SVUQ). During the flight, precipitation was present near the site of the accident. The collision resulted in 5 fatal injuries, involving the pilot and four passengers.

Probable cause

No official probable cause was provided in the source report.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Jan 2012 BELL 206 L4 accident near Montana Auyantepui, Venezuela?

A sightseeing flight involving a Bell 206 L-4 resulted in a fatal mountain collision near Montaña Auyantepui.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Jan 2012 BELL 206 L4 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 5 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Jan 2012 involved a BELL 206 L4, operated by LLOYD AVIATION C.A., at Montana Auyantepui, Venezuela.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No official probable cause was provided in the source report.

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