Accident Overview
On September 23, 2015, at 1350 coordinated universal time, a Bell 206L-3 helicopter with Brazilian registration PP-ELA was destroyed when it impacted terrain in Maceio, Brazil. The helicopter was operating a local police patrol flight that had originated at Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport (SBMO), Maceio, Brazil. The flight was conducted under Brazilian flight regulations. All four occupants sustained fatal injuries.
Investigation
The investigation into the accident is under the direction of the Government of Brazil, specifically the Aeronautical Accident Prevention and Investigation Center (CENIPA). No probable cause has been stated in the available information.
Aircraft and Operator
The aircraft involved was a Bell 206L-3, registration PP-ELA. It was operated by the local police authority in Maceio. No further details about the aircraft's maintenance history or the crew qualifications have been released by the investigating authority.