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October 24, 2014 · Robinson Helicopter R44 Undesignat · N7192K
Harper, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 24, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Harper, TX
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R44 Undesignat (2000)
Tail Number
N7192K
Operator
Philip Johnston
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN15CA025
The pilot and a passenger, acting as a shooter, were conducting deer capture operations at a low altitude. The pilot reported they heard a noise and felt a shudder in the helicopter. The helicopter started spinning to the right and impacted trees and the ground. The pilot stated there was no malfunction with the helicopter and that the tail rotor hit a tree while maneuvering.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Altitude-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot and a passenger, acting as a shooter, were conducting deer capture operations at a low altitude. The pilot reported they heard a noise and felt a shudder in the helicopter. The helicopter started spinning to the right and impacted trees and the ground. The pilot stated there was no malfunction with the helicopter and that the tail rotor hit a tree while maneuvering.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R44 Undesignat
Tail NumberN7192K
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorPhilip Johnston
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-540 SERIES · Reciprocating · 250
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 43 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO