Incident Overview
On November 6, 2023, at 11:20 UTC, a private helicopter registered as LQ-BFB (serial number 4023, model AS-350-B3) was involved in an incident near Cerro Almacén, Las Heras, Mendoza, Argentina. The aircraft was on a general aviation personnel transfer flight, operating under visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
Flight Phases
The helicopter departed from and was destined for Horcones Park in Aconcagua. The flight duration was 2 hours and 4 minutes. During the approach phase, the aircraft experienced a loss of lift and subsequently performed an escape maneuver.
Damage Assessment
After the flight, an impact on the tail rotor guard and damage to its blades were detected. The overall damage to the helicopter was classified as minor.
Occupants and Injuries
The helicopter carried two crew members and two passengers, totaling four occupants. None of the four individuals reported any injuries (fatal, serious, or minor).