Accident: Eurocopter Deutschland Gmbh MBB BK 117 C-2
Apr 28, 2015 · Austin, TX
NTSB numberCEN15FA210Event id20150428X84204
- 1
- Fatalities
- 0
- Serious injuries
- 0
- Minor injuries
- 2
- Uninjured
Probable cause
The helicopter rescue specialist was not properly attached to the hoist system, which resulted in a fall during a night hoist operation.
Source: National Transportation Safety Board. Record last changed Oct 28, 2026, 10:54 UTC.
Aircraft involved
- Aircraft
- Eurocopter Deutschland Gmbh MBB BK 117 C-2
- Registration
- N392TC
- Year built
- 2009
- Category
- Helicopter
- Operating rules
- Public aircraft
- Defining event
- Maneuvering-low-alt flying External load event (Rotorcraft)
Source: National Transportation Safety Board aviation accident database. Counts only; Voydar holds no names.
Nearest airports
Airports with a Voydar profile closest to the recorded position. Proximity only.
- Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)7 nm (13 km) east
- Austin Executive Airport (KEDC)15 nm (28 km) north-east
- San Marcos Regional Airport (KHYI)21 nm (40 km) south
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