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March 4, 2008 · Robinson R-22 · N120KC
Meraux, LA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 4, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Meraux, LA
Aircraft
Robinson R-22
Tail Number
N120KC
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
DFW08CA075
The commercial pilot attempted to take-off with a passenger on a personal flight. As the helicopter lifted to a two foot hover the helicopter experienced a low rotor warning. The helicopter turned slowly 90 degrees to the north and then subsequently turned 720 degrees rapidly. During the attempted landing, the helicopter bounced, impacted terrain, and rolled over. The pilot and passenger were uninjured. The combined weight of the pilot, passenger, and fuel on-board exceeded the maximum takeoff gross weight. In addition, winds in the vicinity of the accident site were from 280 degrees at 13 knots gusting to 19 knots.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to ensure calculate weight and balance prior to flight. A contributing factor was the prevailing gusty winds.
Full Narrative
The commercial pilot attempted to take-off with a passenger on a personal flight. As the helicopter lifted to a two foot hover the helicopter experienced a low rotor warning. The helicopter turned slowly 90 degrees to the north and then subsequently turned 720 degrees rapidly. During the attempted landing, the helicopter bounced, impacted terrain, and rolled over. The pilot and passenger were uninjured. The combined weight of the pilot, passenger, and fuel on-board exceeded the maximum takeoff gross weight. In addition, winds in the vicinity of the accident site were from 280 degrees at 13 knots gusting to 19 knots.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:30 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson R-22
Tail NumberN120KC
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360 · Reciprocating · 131
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 43 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 13 kt, gusting 19 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point46 / 37 C
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time14:52
Weather SourceWFAC