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May 10, 2013 · Bell 206-L4 · N2036F
Fort Worth, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 10, 2013
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Fort Worth, TX
Aircraft
Bell 206-L4
Tail Number
N2036F
Operator
Bell Helicopter Customer Training Academy
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN13CA276
The pilot receiving instruction was performing a practice right 180-degree autorotation. During the approach, the airspeed decreased to about 40 knots, which shortened the approach angle. At 8 to 10 feet above the ground, the flight instructor advised the pilot to apply forward cyclic while maintaining the collective position. The flight instructor then "used what was left of the rotor rpm to cushion the landing." During the touchdown, the helicopter landed hard, 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 flight instructor's inadequate supervision and delayed remedial action during a practice autorotation, which resulted in a hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot receiving instruction was conducting a practice right 180 degree autorotation. During the approach, the airspeed decreased to approximately 40 knots which shortened the approach angle. At 8 to 10 feet above the ground, the flight instructor advised the pilot to apply forward cyclic while maintaining the collective position. The flight instructor then "used what was left of the rotor RPM to cushion the landing." During the touchdown, the helicopter landed hard, 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 Time10:00 CDT
Nearest AirportPRIVATE (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell 206-L4
Tail NumberN2036F
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorBell Helicopter Customer Training Academy
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · 250-C30P · Turboshaft · 650
Seats7
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 49 · Second Class · None
Crew 2Unknown · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility3 sm
CeilingOvercast 1600 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 68 F
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Weather SourcePILO