AIRBUS HELICOPTERS INC AS350B3

Palmer, AK — December 26, 2023

Event Information

DateDecember 26, 2023
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberANC24LA009
Event ID20231226193569
LocationPalmer, AK
CountryUSA
Coordinates61.25221, -148.53131
Highest InjuryMINR

Aircraft

MakeAIRBUS HELICOPTERS INC
ModelAS350B3
CategoryHELI
FAR Part135
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAWN
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor3
None4
Total Injured3

Event Location

Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from snow-covered terrain during the landing approach in flat light conditions.

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.

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