Bell 206B accident near Watrous, NM

On February 24, 1982, a Bell 206B (helicopter) was involved in an accident near Watrous, NM. 1 person died. Damage to the aircraft: destroyed.

Date
February 24, 1982
Place
Watrous, NM
Aircraft
Bell 206B · Helicopter
Injuries
1 fatal, 0 serious, 0 minor
Damage
Destroyed
Position
35.100°N, 106.519°W
NTSB ID
20020917X02127

Conditions

Local time
4:35 AM
Light
Night, dark
Weather
Visual (VMC)
Wind
260° at 6 kt
Visibility
15 mi
Cloud ceiling
20,000 ft

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