# NTSB Accident ANC05CA049
> **Bell 206B** · 2005-03-15 · Elim, AK, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ANC05CA049
- **Event ID:** 20050512X00602
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2005-03-15
- **Location:** Elim, AK, USA
- **Coordinates:** 58.159587, -135.740585
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Bell
- **Model:** 206B
- **Registration:** N422R
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's continued flight into adverse weather conditions, and his failure to maintain adequate clearance while maneuvering, which resulted in an in-flight collision with terrain.  Factors associated with the accident are flat light, whiteout conditions, fog, and snow-covered terrain.

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