Bell 206B helicopter crash in Sao Paulo

2 fatalities • Sao Paulo, Brazil

A Bell 206B helicopter crashed into a building during a local flight in Brazil, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On January 21, 2013, at 14:48 UTC, a Bell 206B helicopter, bearing registration PR-JBN, crashed into a dwelling in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The aircraft had departed from the Sao Paulo/Edifício Banespa - Patriarca Heliport (SDNP) to perform a local mission involving the inspection and mapping of green areas.

The impact resulted in 2 fatal injuries and 2 minor injuries. The fatalities included one crewmember and one passenger.

Probable cause

not provided

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jan 2013 BELL 206B accident near Sao Paulo, Brazil?

A Bell 206B helicopter crashed into a building during a local flight in Brazil, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jan 2013 BELL 206B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Jan 2013 involved a BELL 206B, operated by Helimarte Taxi Aereo LTDA., at Sao Paulo, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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