3 fatal · Bell 206L · 2001-10-18 · Anchorage, AK, USA
Event
NTSB number
SEA02FA008
Event ID
20011026X02150
Type
Accident
Date
2001-10-18
Location
Anchorage, AK, USA
Coordinates
61.168609, -150.087783
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
3
Serious
2
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
5
Aircraft
Make
Bell
Model
206L
Registration
N400EH
FAR Part
135
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
IMC
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the surface of an open body of water while intentionally attempting to maintain a very low altitude while in cruise flight. Factors include falling snow, low ceilings, whiteout/greyout conditions, and flat/glassy water.