Has N911GE been in an accident?

Yes. N911GE appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.

What kind of aircraft is N911GE?

N911GE is a 2001 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 5271.

N911GE — 2001 Bell 206B

Deregistered

Checked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026

N911GE appears in 1 NTSB accident record (most recent 2017, serious injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.

Aircraft record

Serial number: 5271
Manufacturer: Bell
Model: 206B
Year: 2001
Category: Rotorcraft
Engine: Allison 250-c20 Ser
Registration: Deregistered

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Accident & incident history

ERA17TA170May 2, 2017Orange Springs, FLSerious
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance between the helicopter's skid and the firefighting bucket and suspension cable, which resulted in the cable becoming entangled on the landing skid and a subsequent loss of helicopter control.

Registration timeline

Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 2001 Bell 206B).

Apr 6, 2018deregistered — Marion County Sheriff

Frequently asked

Has N911GE been in an accident?: Yes. N911GE appears in 1 NTSB accident record, the most recent in 2017.
What kind of aircraft is N911GE?: N911GE is a 2001 Bell 206B (rotorcraft), serial number 5271.

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