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July 23, 2007 · Schweizer 269C · N171TA

Ormond Beach, FL

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 23, 2007
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Ormond Beach, FL
Aircraft
Schweizer 269C
Tail Number
N171TA
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
NYC07CA184

The certified flight instructor (CFI) and a student pilot were practicing an engine failure, with a 180-degree turn. According to the CFI, the student pilot attempted to "stretch," to reach a field to the helicopter's left, even though a more obtainable field was located to the helicopter's right. The CFI called for a go-around at 150 feet above the ground; however, when the student pilot rolled on the throttle and pulled up on the collective, the rpm began to drop quickly, and the helicopter continued to descend. The CFI took the controls; however, the helicopter struck pine trees, and descended to the ground. Examination of the helicopter did not reveal any preimpact mechanical malfunctions.

NTSB Probable Cause

The certified flight instructor's delayed remedial action, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees.

Full Narrative

The certified flight instructor (CFI) and a student pilot were practicing an engine failure, with a 180-degree turn, in a Schweizer 269C helicopter. According to the CFI, the student pilot attempted to "stretch," to reach a field to the helicopter's left, even though a more obtainable field was located to the helicopter's right. The CFI called for a go-around at 150 feet above the ground; however, when the student pilot rolled on the throttle and pulled up on the collective, the rpm began to drop quickly, and the helicopter continued to descend. The CFI took the controls; however, the helicopter struck pine trees, and descended to the ground. Examination of the helicopter by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector did not reveal any preimpact malfunctions; nor did the CFI report any. The CFI reported 340 hours of total flight experience, which included 238 hours accumulated in helicopters.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:30 EDT
Nearest AirportOrmond Beach (5nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftSchweizer 269C
Tail NumberN171TA
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · HIO-360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 24 · Second Class · Minor
Crew 2Age 19 · Third Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind70° @ 12 kt, gusting 16 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 9000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter30.06 inHg
Observation Time16:50
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data