Bell 206B helicopter crash near Fox Creek, Alberta

1 fatality • Fox Creek, Canada

A Bell 206B helicopter crashed into terrain during an aerial survey flight, resulting in one fatality.

What happened

On September 5, 2016, at approximately 15:20 mountain daylight time, a Bell 206B helicopter, registered as C-GHHU, crashed into terrain about 12 miles southwest of Fox Creek, Alberta, Canada. The aircraft, operated by Ridge Rotacy Inc., was conducting an aerial survey flight when it experienced a power loss.

The flight had originated from Whitecourt Airport in Whitecourt, Alberta, with the intention of returning to the same location. The impact with the terrain caused substantial damage to the helicopter. Of the three people on board, there was 1 fatal injury, 1 serious injury, and 1 minor injury.

Probable cause

not provided

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Sep 2016 Bell 206B B accident near Fox Creek, Canada?

A Bell 206B helicopter crashed into terrain during an aerial survey flight, resulting in one fatality.

Were there any fatalities in the 5 Sep 2016 Bell 206B B accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 1 fatality.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Sep 2016 involved a Bell 206B B, operated by Ridge Rotors Inc., at Fox Creek, Canada.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

not provided

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