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May 29, 2007 · Hughes 369D · N935M
Torrance, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 29, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Torrance, CA
Aircraft
Hughes 369D
Tail Number
N935M
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA07CA139
The pilot stated that he intended to practice autorotations and hovering at the airport. Upon arriving at the airport practice area, he began 360-degree hovers. During one of the hovers, he lost control of the helicopter and it landed hard. Wind gusts were reported at the time of the accident which the pilot thought contributed to the loss of helicopter control. During the hard landing, the skids split and the tail boom was bent. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's loss of helicopter control while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in a hard landing. The wind gusts were a contributing factor.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that he intended to practice autorotations and hovering at the airport. Upon arriving at the airport practice area, he began 360-degree hovers. During one of the hovers, he lost control of the helicopter and it landed hard. Wind gusts were reported at the time of the accident which the pilot thought contributed to the loss of helicopter control. During the hard landing, the skids split and the tail boom was bent. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:55 PDT
Nearest AirportZamperini Field Airport (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftHughes 369D
Tail NumberN935M
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsAllison · 250-C20 · Turboshaft
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 62 · Second Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind250° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility15 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 54
Altimeter30.01 inHg
Observation Time23:58
Weather SourceWFAC