Has N59611 been in an accident?

Yes. N59611 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.

What kind of aircraft is N59611?

N59611 is a 1974 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 1515.

N59611 — 1974 Bell 206B

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026

N59611 appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2008, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 18, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 1515
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 206B
Year: 1974
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250-c20 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

SEA08LA213Sep 27, 2008Woods Landing-jelm, WYSerious
The pilot's encounter with a loss of tail rotor effectiveness event and his failure to maintain directional control while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident were the tailwind condition and the sloping, uneven terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1974 Bell 206B).

Feb 8, 2013deregistered — Sale Reported

Frequently asked

Has N59611 been in an accident?: Yes. N59611 appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2008.
What kind of aircraft is N59611?: N59611 is a 1974 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 1515.

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