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July 30, 2011 · Eurocopter AS 350 B3 · N413LP
Humacao, PR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 30, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Humacao, PR
Aircraft
Eurocopter AS 350 B3
Tail Number
N413LP
Operator
Helicorp
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA11CA433
The pilot reported that while on final approach, the helicopter's tail rotor impacted the corner of a building while he was trying to avoid flying debris. Following the impact, he immediately lowered the collective and landed without further incident. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies during the approach to landing. Examination of the helicopter revealed substantial damage to the tail rotor, gearbox, right horizontal stabilizer, and the tail boom.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Residence/building-Contributed to outcome
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on final approach, the tail rotor impacted the corner of a building while he was trying to avoid flying debris. Following the impact, he immediately lowered the collective and landed without further incident. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies during the approach to landing. Examination of the helicopter by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to the tail rotor, gearbox, right horizontal stabilizer, and the tail boom.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:56 AST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftEurocopter AS 350 B3
Tail NumberN413LP
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHelicorp
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsTurbomeca · ARRIEL 1SER · Turboshaft · 681
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 69 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind120° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter29.90 inHg
Observation Time21:56
Weather SourceWFAC