Final
2 fatal
Dec 7, 2019
N79LP crash at Gulf of Mexico, GM
Bell 407 — Powerplant sys/comp malf/fail at Gulf of Mexico, GM
DateDec 7, 2019
Tail numberN79LP
AircraftBell 407 · B407
LocationGulf of Mexico, GM
Phase of flightEnroute
OperationPart 135
Injuries2 fatal
NTSB caseCEN20FA035
Probable cause
A total loss of engine power due to the failure of the engine’s Nos. 3 and 4 bearings and the power turbine pinion gear, and subsequent loss of main rotor rpm, which resulted in a loss of control and impact with the water.
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