Occurrence
On 23 January 2022 at 1020 Mountain Standard Time, a Bell 206B helicopter registered to Delta Helicopters Ltd. was conducting an aerial wildlife survey approximately 23 nautical miles east-southeast of Camrose Aerodrome, Alberta. The flight had been airborne for about 75 minutes when the helicopter struck the ground. There was no post-impact fire, and the aircraft's 406 MHz emergency locator transmitter activated. All four persons on board—one pilot and three passengers—sustained serious injuries.
Investigation
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) categorized this occurrence as a Class 4 investigation. Such investigations are limited in scope; while final reports may contain limited analysis, they do not produce findings or recommendations. Class 4 investigations are typically completed within 220 days. No analysis, conclusions, or probable cause have been stated in the initial report.
Aircraft and Operator Information
The helicopter involved was a Bell 206B, a single-engine light utility helicopter. It was operated by Delta Helicopters Ltd., a company based in Alberta. No further details about the aircraft or operator were provided in the source material.