Bell 206B forced landing in Matões do Norte

No fatalities • Matoes do Norte, Brazil

A Bell 206B helicopter experienced engine power loss, resulting in a forced landing in Brazil.

What happened

On August 30, 2013, at 15:55 UTC, a Bell 206B helicopter, registered as PT-HUE, performed a forced landing in Matões do Norte, Maranhão, Brazil. The flight, operated by Delta Aero Taxi Ltda, had departed from Flamboyant Heliport (SJHR) approximately 35 minutes prior to the event. The aircraft was operating under Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) and in accordance with Brazilian flight regulations.

The landing followed a loss of engine power, which caused substantial damage to the aircraft. There were no injuries to the pilot or the passenger.

Probable cause

The loss of engine power led to the forced landing.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Aug 2013 BELL 206B accident near Matoes do Norte, Brazil?

A Bell 206B helicopter experienced engine power loss, resulting in a forced landing in Brazil.

Were there any fatalities in the 30 Aug 2013 BELL 206B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Aug 2013 involved a BELL 206B, operated by Delta Aero Taxi Ltda, at Matoes do Norte, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The loss of engine power led to the forced landing.

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