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Bell 206L-1 Accident at Susenfjellet, Norway (SE-JPB)

Susenfjellet in Hattfjelldal, Nordland county, Norway, NO

On September 4, 2024, a Bell 206L-1 Long Ranger (registration SE-JPB) operated by Artic Air AB was involved in an aviation accident near Susenfjellet in Hattfjelldal, Nordland county, Norway, NO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was caused by a dynamic rollover during a landing on soft ground, where the helicopter's skid struck the ground unexpectedly, causing the aircraft to rotate past a critical angle. This summary draws on records from the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA).

Sourcesthe Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA)Primary reportUpdated 2026-10-18Data APIEditorial standards

A Bell 206L-1 helicopter operated by Arctic Air AB crashed during a landing in Hattfjelldal, Norway, on September 4, 2024, resulting in one minor injury.

Incident Overview and Aircraft Details On September 4, 2024, a Bell 206L-1 helicopter, registration SE-JPB, operated by Arctic Air AB, was involved in an accident at Susenfjellet in Hattfjelldal municipality, Nordland county, Norway. The aircraft, manufactured in 1983 and powered by a Rolls Royce c28B engine, was conducting a commercial specialized operation for the Norwegian state forestry enterprise, Statskog. The mission involved transporting personnel and materials, including timber and concrete, to improve trails and footbridges in the area. The helicopter was equipped with approved 'bear paws' on its skids to prevent sinking into soft terrain. The flight took place in daylight under visual meteorological conditions, with overcast weather and a cloud base at approximately 4,000 feet. The aircraft was operating in uncontrolled Class G airspace.

Probable cause

The accident was caused by a dynamic rollover during a landing on soft ground, where the helicopter's skid struck the ground unexpectedly, causing the aircraft to rotate past a critical angle.
Loss of control in flight

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Sept 2024 Bell 206L-1 Long Ranger accident near Susenfjellet in Hattfjelldal, Nordland county, Norway, NO?

A Bell 206L-1 helicopter operated by Arctic Air AB crashed during a landing in Hattfjelldal, Norway, on September 4, 2024, resulting in one minor injury.

Were there any fatalities in the 4 Sept 2024 Bell 206L-1 Long Ranger accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Sept 2024 involved a Bell 206L-1 Long Ranger, registration SE-JPB, operated by Artic Air AB, at Susenfjellet in Hattfjelldal, Nordland county, Norway, NO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was caused by a dynamic rollover during a landing on soft ground, where the helicopter's skid struck the ground unexpectedly, causing the aircraft to rotate past a critical angle.

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Investigation report by the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA). Original record: https://nsia.no/Aviation/Aviation/Published-reports/2025-09. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority (NSIA) / Statens havarikommisjon, Norway.