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

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.