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July 27, 2011 · Bell 47G-2A · N7578
Nicolett, MN
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 27, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Nicolett, MN
Aircraft
Bell 47G-2A
Tail Number
N7578
Operator
Scotts Helicopters Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN11CA525
According to the pilot, during an aerial application flight, he initiated a climbing turn, which he thought did not "feel right." He leveled the helicopter, stopped the turn, lowered the collective and added full throttle. The pilot stated that the rpm indication was in the bottom of the green arc. The helicopter began losing altitude and impacted a cornfield. The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter. The helicopter sustained substantial damage when the main rotor separated a section of its tailboom.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Powerplant parameters-Attain/maintain not possible
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the helicopter gained altitude and he started a turn during a low level aerial application maneuver. The turning maneuver did not "feel right." He leveled off and stopped the turn. He lowered the collective and added full throttle. The pilot stated that the helicopter's RPMs were in the bottom of the green arc. The helicopter began losing altitude and impacted tall corn. The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter. The helicopter sustained substantial damage when the main rotor separated a section of its tailboom.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:45 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell 47G-2A
Tail NumberN7578
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorScotts Helicopters Service
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · VO-435-A1F · Reciprocating · 260
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 39 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter29.72 inHg
Observation Time22:55
Weather SourceWFAC