Bell 206B accident near Washington, DC

On August 21, 1987, a Bell 206B (helicopter) was involved in an accident near Washington, DC. 3 people died. Damage to the aircraft: destroyed.

Date
August 21, 1987
Place
Washington, DC
Aircraft
Bell 206B · Helicopter
Injuries
3 fatal, 1 serious, 0 minor
Damage
Destroyed
Position
38.890°N, 77.030°W
NTSB ID
20001213X31729

Conditions

Local time
11:36 AM
Light
Daylight
Weather
Visual (VMC)
Wind
60° at 3 kt
Visibility
15 mi

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