BELL 206B
Chapman, KS — July 5, 2023
Event Information
| Date | July 5, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN23LA279 |
| Event ID | 20230706192545 |
| Location | Chapman, KS |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 38.99780, -97.01750 |
| Airport | Smokey Valley Ag |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | BELL |
| Model | 206B |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | 137 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the power line during an agricultural application pass.
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.