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May 18, 2014 · Bell 47G · N16414
Bakersfield, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 18, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Bakersfield, CA
Aircraft
Bell 47G (1967)
Tail Number
N16414
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR14CA196
The pilot reported that the purpose of the flight was to move the helicopter off of a trailer onto the ground. As the helicopter began to lift off from the trailer platform, a steel bolt on the landing gear skid caught on the aluminum trailer skirting. The helicopter experienced a dynamic rollover and came to rest on its right side. Shortly thereafter, a fire erupted and the cabin area was consumed. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control after the helicopter's skid catching on the side of a trailer during takeoff, which resulted in a dynamic rollover.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the purpose of the flight was to move the helicopter off of a trailer onto the ground. As the helicopter began to lift off from the trailer platform, a steel bolt on the landing gear skid caught on the aluminum trailer skirting. The helicopter experienced a dynamic rollover and came to rest on its right side. Shortly thereafter, a fire erupted and the cabin area was consumed. The pilot stated that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:48 PDT
Nearest AirportMeadows Field Airport (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireGrd
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell 47G
Tail NumberN16414
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · VO-435 SERIES · Reciprocating · 260
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 67 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind320° @ 12 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point41 C
Altimeter29.81 inHg
Observation Time23:54