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July 31, 2009 · Bingham Chuck Rotorway 1 · N267BC
Atlanta, GA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 31, 2009
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Atlanta, GA
Aircraft
Bingham Chuck Rotorway 1
Tail Number
N267BC
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA09CA432
After lifting off, the pilot stated that he encountered a strong gust of wind from the west while making a hovering turn to the east. The main rotor blades contacted the mid-field windsock pole, and the helicopter collided with the ground. The pilot suffered minor injuries, and the passenger was unharmed. The helicopter received substantial damage. The pilot stated that he did not experience any mechanical problems with the helicopter before the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-(general)-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
After lifting off, the pilot stated that he encountered a strong gust of wind from the west while making a hovering turn to the east. The main rotor blades contacted the mid-field windsock pole, and the helicopter collided with the ground. The pilot suffered minor injuries, and the passenger was unharmed. The helicopter received substantial damage. The pilot stated that he did not experience any mechanical problems with the helicopter before the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:30 EDT
Nearest AirportCobb County Airport (0nm)
Runway27
Runway Length6305 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBingham Chuck Rotorway 1
Tail NumberN267BC
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsAma/Expr · UNKNOWN ENG · Reciprocating · 0
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 65 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 9 kt, gusting 14 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F
Altimeter30.09 inHg
Observation Time15:30
Weather SourceWFAC