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May 15, 2013 · Hughes 369D · N725M
Camdenton, MO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 15, 2013
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Camdenton, MO
Aircraft
Hughes 369D
Tail Number
N725M
Operator
Aerial Solutions
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN13CA281
The purpose of the helicopter flight was to trim trees using an external load aerial power saw. The pilot stated that as he was trimming the trees, he saw a 6 to 8 inch piece of wood/tree flying upward on the left side of the helicopter. He stated he felt a momentary vibration as the wood contacted one of the main rotor blades, then everything returned to “normal.” The pilot made a precautionary landing in a nearby field without further incident. The damage to the main rotor blade was substantial and required replacement of the blade.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Debris/dirt/foreign object-Ability to respond/compensate - C
Full Narrative
The purpose of the helicopter flight was to trim trees using an external load aerial power saw. The pilot stated that as he was trimming the trees, he saw a 6 to 8 inch piece of wood/tree flying upward on the left side of the helicopter. He stated he felt a momentary vibration as the wood contacted one of the main rotor blades, then everything returned to “normal.” The pilot made a precautionary landing in a nearby field without further incident. The damage to the main rotor blade was substantial and required replacement of the blade.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftHughes 369D
Tail NumberN725M
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorAerial Solutions
Operating RulePart 133
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · 250-C20B · Turboshaft · 420
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 35 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind220° @ 11 kt, gusting 17 kt
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter29.90 inHg
Observation Time18:55
Weather SourceWFAC