Has N65PJ been in an accident?

Yes. N65PJ appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2020.

What kind of aircraft is N65PJ?

N65PJ is a 1985 Bell 206L-3 (rotorcraft), serial number 51127.

Has N65PJ been in a fatal accident?

An NTSB record for N65PJ (WPR20LA163) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

N65PJ — 1985 Bell 206L-3

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Aug 29, 2026

N65PJ appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2020, 3 fatalities). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Aug 29, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 51127
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 206L-3
Year: 1985
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250-c30 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

WPR20LA163Jun 2, 2020Fairfield, CAFatal · 3 fatal
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate clearance from powerlines while conducting external load operations, which resulted in the main rotor contacting a wire and a subsequent collision with terrain.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 1985 Bell 206L-3).

Jul 30, 2022deregistered — P J Helicopters Inc

Frequently asked

Has N65PJ been in an accident?: Yes. N65PJ appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2020.
What kind of aircraft is N65PJ?: N65PJ is a 1985 Bell 206L-3 (rotorcraft), serial number 51127.
Has N65PJ been in a fatal accident?: An NTSB record for N65PJ (WPR20LA163) is classified with a fatal highest injury level.

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