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July 25, 2013 · Mcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E · N500PH
Hilo, HI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 25, 2013
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (5 uninjured)
Location
Hilo, HI
Aircraft
Mcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E
Tail Number
N500PH
Operator
Paradise Helicopters
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR13CA342
During a round trip tour flight, the pilot determined that the fuel state was low, and decided to return to the airport. The flight entered the airport environment and the pilot requested priority handling for a low fuel state. The engine subsequently lost power and the pilot initiated an autorotation to a field at the approach end of the runway. During the landing the helicopter's skid collapsed and the helicopter rolled over on to its right side which resulted in substantial damage. The operator indicated that there were no preimpact malfunctions or failures with the engine or airframe that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
A loss of engine power due to the pilot's improper planning and mismanagement of the fuel supply, which resulted in fuel exhaustion.
Full Narrative
During a round trip tour flight, the pilot determined that the fuel state was low, and decided to return to the airport. The flight entered the airport environment and the pilot requested priority handling for a low fuel state. The engine subsequently lost power and the pilot initiated an autorotation to a field at the approach end of the runway. During the landing the helicopter's skid collapsed and the helicopter rolled over on to its right side which resulted in substantial damage. The operator indicated that there were no preimpact malfunctions or failures with the engine or airframe that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:15 HST
Nearest AirportHilo International Airport (1nm)
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMcdonnell Douglas Helicopter 369E
Tail NumberN500PH
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorParadise Helicopters
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · CAE-840027 · Turboshaft · 420
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (5 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured5
Total5
Crew 1Age 42 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind360° @ 9 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 5000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time22:26
Weather SourceWFAC