Bell 407GX accident near Beijing

1 fatality • Beijing, P.R. China, China

A Bell 407GX helicopter crashed into water near Beijing, China, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

On April 10, 2014, at 0323 UTC, a Bell 407GX, registration B-7475, impacted water near Beijing, P.R. China. The helicopter was being operated by Eastern General Aviation Limited Corporation under the civil regulations of the government of China. The impact resulted in 1 fatality and 1 minor injury.

The investigation

The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) is conducting the investigation. Because the United States is the state of manufacture for the aircraft and engines, the NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to participate under ICAO Annex 13 provisions.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident remains undetermined due to unknown circumstances surrounding the impact.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Apr 2014 BELL 407 GX accident near Beijing, P.R. China, China?

A Bell 407GX helicopter crashed into water near Beijing, China, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Apr 2014 BELL 407 GX accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Apr 2014 involved a BELL 407 GX, at Beijing, P.R. China, China.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident remains undetermined due to unknown circumstances surrounding the impact.

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