Bell 206 helicopter crash in Mendoza Province, Argentina

2 fatalities • Mendoza Province, Argentina

A Bell 206 helicopter crashed into a reservoir near Potrerillos, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On December 12, 2015, at approximately 1100 UTC, a Bell 206 helicopter, bearing registration LV-VFD, was performing a low altitude cruise flight over a reservoir in the mountains near Potrerillos, Argentina. During the flight, the aircraft struck the surface of the water and sank to a depth of approximately 200 feet. The accident occurred at an elevation of about 6,000 feet above sea level. The crash resulted in 2 fatal injuries for the pilot and the passenger.

Probable cause

The cause of the accident remains undetermined.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 12 Dec 2015 BELL 206 B accident near Mendoza Province, Argentina?

A Bell 206 helicopter crashed into a reservoir near Potrerillos, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 12 Dec 2015 BELL 206 B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 12 Dec 2015 involved a BELL 206 B, operated by Helisol SA, at Mendoza Province, Argentina.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the accident remains undetermined.

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