BELL 430
Cabinda — September 16, 2016
Event Information
| Date | September 16, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | DCA16WA232 |
| Event ID | 20161007X45806 |
| Location | Cabinda |
| Country | AO |
| Highest Injury | — |
Aircraft
| Make | BELL |
| Model | 430 |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | NUSC |
| Aircraft Damage | DEST |
Conditions
| Light Condition | — |
| Weather | — |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Full Narrative
The Angola Ministry of Transport (MoT) has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a BELL 430 helicopter that occurred on September 16, 2016. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the MoT's investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer and Design of the engine. All investigative information will be released by the MoT.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.