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BELL OH-58A accident at Caseville, MI, 23 Aug 2025

Caseville, MI, United States

On August 23, 2025, a BELL OH-58A operated by Engler Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Caseville, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The front seat passenger’s inadvertent movement of the cyclic control resulting in a dynamic rollover after landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to leave the dual flight controls installed with a non-pilot passenger in the front seat. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The front seat passenger’s inadvertent movement of the cyclic control resulting in a dynamic rollover after landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to leave the dual flight controls installed with a non-pilot passenger in the front seat.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Unintentional use/operationPassengerLateral/bank control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Aug 2025 BELL OH-58A accident near Caseville, MI?

The front seat passenger’s inadvertent movement of the cyclic control resulting in a dynamic rollover after landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to leave the dual flight controls installed with a non-pilot passenger in the front seat.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Aug 2025 BELL OH-58A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Aug 2025 involved a BELL OH-58A, operated by Engler Flying Service, at Caseville, MI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The front seat passenger’s inadvertent movement of the cyclic control resulting in a dynamic rollover after landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to leave the dual flight controls installed with a non-pilot passenger in the front seat.

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