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Accident: Bell 206B

Dec 30, 2021 · Livingston, TX

NTSB numberCEN22FA086Event id20211230104459

2
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
2
Minor injuries
0
Uninjured

Probable cause

The pilot exceeding the yaw control capability of the helicopter for the flight conditions, resulting in a non-mechanical loss of tail rotor effectiveness.

NTSB docket CEN22FA086

Source: National Transportation Safety Board. Record last changed Oct 28, 2026, 10:54 UTC.

Aircraft involved

Aircraft
Bell 206B
Registration
N8AU
Year built
1990
Category
Helicopter
Damage
Substantial
Operating rules
Part 91: general aviation
Defining event
Maneuvering-low-alt flying Loss of tail rotor effectiveness

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