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June 27, 2014 · Robinson Helicopter R44 II · N560LH
Quincy, WA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 27, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Quincy, WA
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R44 II (2003)
Tail Number
N560LH
Operator
Vertical Ascent
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR14CA270
The pilot reported that while drying cherries, he inadvertently let the main rotor blades strike a wind generator tower. The helicopter became uncontrollable, hit the ground hard, and came to rest in the orchard. The main rotor blades and airframe sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a wind generator tower while drying cherries, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while drying cherries, he inadvertently let the main rotor blades strike a wind generator tower. The helicopter became uncontrollable, hit the ground hard, and came to rest in the orchard. The main rotor blades and airframe sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:15 PDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R44 II
Tail NumberN560LH
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorVertical Ascent
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-540 SER · Reciprocating · 0
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 51 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind220° @ 9 kt, gusting 18 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter29.70 inHg
Observation Time22:53
Weather SourceWFAC