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January 30, 2013 · Robinson R22 BETA · N333PJ
Kona, HI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 30, 2013
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Kona, HI
Aircraft
Robinson R22 BETA
Tail Number
N333PJ
Operator
Hawaii Pacific Aviation
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR13CA107
The pilot was practicing an autorotation when the main rotor rpm decayed. The flight instructor took control of the helicopter and attempted to correct the low main rotor rpm. However, the helicopter landed hard in a nose-high attitude, which resulted in structural damage to the tailboom. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate main rotor rpm during a practice autorotation and the flight instructor's delayed action, which resulted in a hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot receiving instruction was practicing an autorotation when the main rotor rpm decayed. The flight instructor took control of the helicopter and attempted to correct the low main rotor rpm. However, the helicopter landed hard in a nose high attitude, which resulted in structural damage to the tailboom. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:00 HST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson R22 BETA
Tail NumberN333PJ
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHawaii Pacific Aviation
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360 · Reciprocating
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 30 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Age 29 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 7500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter30.04 inHg
Observation Time21:53
Weather SourceWFAC