MD HELICOPTER 600N
Dhaka, Bangladesh, February 12, 2013
Event Information
| Date | February 12, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Country | BG |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
| NTSB Number | WPR13WA175 |
| Event ID | 20130401X80858 |
Aircraft
| Make | MD HELICOPTER |
| Model | 600N |
| Registration # | S2-AFZ |
| Operator | Meghna Aviation Ltd |
| Category | HELI |
| FAR Part | NUSN |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | - |
| Weather | - |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 6 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 6 |
Full Narrative
On February 12, 2013, at 0930 universal coordinated time, a MD Helicopter 600N, S2-AFZ, experienced a loss of engine power during cruise flight. The pilot initiated an autorotation to a muddy rice paddy near Dhaka, Bangladesh. The helicopter was operated by Meghna Aviation Ltd under the pertinent civil regulations of Bangladesh. The helicopter was substantially damaged and the two pilots and four passengers received minor injuries.
The investigation is under the jurisdiction of the Government of Bangladesh. This report is for information purposes only and contains only information released by the Government of Bangladesh. Further information pertaining to this accident may be obtained from:
Civil Aviation Authority, Bangladesh
Headquarters, Kurmitola, Dhaka-1229
Tel: +88-02-8901406
Fax: +88-02-8901418
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.