Bell 206B helicopter crash near Ouro Preto, Brazil

3 fatalities • Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

A private Bell 206B helicopter crashed into terrain near Ouro Preto, resulting in three fatalities.

What happened

On June 16, 2015, at 1910 UTC, a Bell 206B helicopter, bearing registration PT-YDY, was destroyed following a controlled flight into terrain. The flight originated from Ubá, Brazil (SNUB) and was en route to Nova Lima, Brazil (SJLY).

The accident occurred near the municipality of Ouro Preto in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The crash resulted in 3 fatal injuries, involving one crewmember and two passengers.

Probable cause

No probable cause was provided in the source material.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 16 Jun 2015 BELL 206B accident near Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil?

A private Bell 206B helicopter crashed into terrain near Ouro Preto, resulting in three fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 16 Jun 2015 BELL 206B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 3 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 16 Jun 2015 involved a BELL 206B, operated by Lotear Empreend. Imob. Ltda e Outro, at Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was provided in the source material.

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