Accident Overview
On September 23, 2014, about 2200 universal coordinated time, a Bell 206B helicopter with Venezuelan registration YV-2537, operated by Aerocopter C.A., impacted terrain in Bolivar State, Venezuela. The accident occurred following a loss of engine power. The pilot and the two passengers onboard sustained fatal injuries.
Investigation
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the government of Venezuela. Further information may be obtained from the Director General para la Prevencion e Investigacion de Accidentes Aereos, Ministerio del Poder Popular para Transporte Acuatico y Aereo, located in Caracas, Venezuela. This report is for informational purposes and contains only information released by the government of Venezuela.
Aircraft and Operator
The aircraft involved was a Bell 206B helicopter, registration YV-2537. It was operated by Aerocopter C.A., a Venezuelan company. No other details about the aircraft or operator were provided in the official release.
Circumstances
The helicopter experienced a loss of engine power, leading to an impact with terrain. The specific location within Bolivar State and other conditions were not disclosed. The time of the accident was recorded as 2200 UTC.