Summary
The aircraft was stolen from the Elcom works compound. During the attempted takeoff the passenger jumped from the aircraft and was struck by the rotor blades as the helicopter fell onto its side. This accident was not the subject of a formal on scene investigation.
Occurrence summary
| Investigation number | 198902568 |
|---|---|
| Occurrence date | 12/07/1989 |
| Location | Orange (City) |
| Report release date | 30/11/1989 |
| Report status | Final |
| Investigation type | Occurrence Investigation |
| Investigation status | Completed |
| Mode of transport | Aviation |
| Aviation occurrence category | Loss of control |
| Occurrence class | Accident |
| Highest injury level | Fatal |
Aircraft details
| Manufacturer | Bell Helicopter Co |
|---|---|
| Model | 206 |
| Registration | VH-EEC |
| Serial number | 2578 |
| Sector | Helicopter |
| Operation type | Private |
| Departure point | N/A |
| Destination | N/A |
| Damage | Destroyed |