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Deep Creek Fire Helicopter Incident 2021

  • Incident Information:

    Attachment Size
    Deep Creek Fire Helicopter Accident NTSB Final Investigation Report.pdf (743.6 KB) 743.6 KB
    Deep Creek Fire MT DNRC Helicopter Incident News Release.pdf

  • Location:

    Montana

  • Date:

    06/15/2021

  • Incident Type:

    Helicopter Incident

  • Description:

    While responding to the Deep Creek Fire near Townsend, Montana, a Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) helicopter experienced a hard landing that resulted in a fire. As the pilot maneuvered the helicopter to land, it began to descend from 500 feet in a phenomenon known as "settling with power." The pilot committed to landing, and upon touching the round, the helicopter spun and rolled over. The helicopter was destroyed in a post-accident fire. All personnel on board were able to safely exit the aircraft. 

    Aviation, Helicopters, Helicopter Incident or Accident

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