# NTSB Accident IAD96FA107
> **Bell 206B** · 1996-07-08 · SALEM, OH, USA · FATL
## Event
- **NTSB number:** IAD96FA107
- **Event ID:** 20001208X06249
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1996-07-08
- **Location:** SALEM, OH, USA
- **Coordinates:** 40.900283, -80.849052
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** FATL
- **Fatal:** 5
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 5
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Bell
- **Model:** 206B
- **Registration:** N49578
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** DEST
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's impairment of judgment and performance due to alcohol and the pilot's improper handling of the helicopter resulting in a loss of tail rotor effectiveness.  A related factor was the pilot's disregard for the aircraft's weight and balance while hovering out of ground effect.

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