Summary
On May 02, 2015, a Bell 407 (P2-HSL) was involved in an accident near Morobe Province, PP.
On May 2, 2015, a Bell Helicopters 407 powered by a Roll-Royce M250-C47B turboshaft experienced an unexpected uncommanded high rate of descent while on approach to the helipad with an external load of two diesel fuel drums. The pilot jettisoned his load and subsequently made a safe landing.
The investigation is being conducted by the Accident Investigation Commission (AIC) of Papua New Guinea.
This accident is documented in NTSB report ENG15WA040. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft P2-HSL.
Accident Details
Aircraft Information
Analysis
On May 2, 2015, a Bell Helicopters 407 powered by a Roll-Royce M250-C47B turboshaft experienced an unexpected uncommanded high rate of descent while on approach to the helipad with an external load of two diesel fuel drums. The pilot jettisoned his load and subsequently made a safe landing.
The investigation is being conducted by the Accident Investigation Commission (AIC) of Papua New Guinea.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ENG15WA040