Accident · 2008-01-07
What the record says
- Event date
- 2008-01-07
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- BELL 407 (N801DS)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Volusia County Sheriff's Office Operator named in NTSB report
- Operated by (per NTSB report)
- Volusia County Sheriff's Department
Probable cause
A total loss of engine power due to the fatigue failure of a third stage turbine wheel blade.
Source: NTSB case NYC08LA077Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot | Commercial / Private | None | 46 | Class 1 (2007-02-27) | 3,120 total |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.