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August 28, 2017 · Sikorsky 300 · 4X-BIM
Herzelia, IL
Overview
Report Status
Factual report
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 28, 2017
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Herzelia, IL
Aircraft
Sikorsky 300
Tail Number
4X-BIM
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ENG17WA035
The Ministry of Transport of the State of Israel, has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Sikorsky S-300C, registration 4X-BIM, that occurred on August 28, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer and Design of the helicopter. All investigative information will be released by the Israeli Ministry of Transport.
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The Ministry of Transport of the State of Israel, has notified the NTSB of an accident involving a Sikorsky S-300C, registration 4X-BIM, that occurred on August 28, 2017. The NTSB has appointed a U.S. Accredited Representative to assist the investigation under the provisions of ICAO Annex 13 as the State of Manufacturer and Design of the helicopter. All investigative information will be released by the Israeli Ministry of Transport.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:30 UTC
Nearest AirportHerzlia, Israel (0nm)
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSikorsky 300
Tail Number4X-BIM
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · HIO-360 · Reciprocating · 190
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Conditions
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0