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March 3, 2015 · Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA BETA · N4003S
San Bernardino, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 3, 2015
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
San Bernardino, CA
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R22 BETA BETA (1990)
Tail Number
N4003S
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR15CA119
The pilot reported that while conducting a pedal turn at a hover over rough dirt and grass east of the taxiway, the right skid contacted the ground and became lodged. The helicopter subsequently spun and rolled on its right side. During the rollover, the helicopter's main rotor blades struck the ground which resulted in substantial damage to the main rotor blades and fuselage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunction or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the ground, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent dynamic rollover.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while conducting a pedal turn at a hover over rough dirt and grass east of the taxiway, the right skid contacted the ground and became lodged. The helicopter subsequently spun and rolled on its right side. During the rollover, the helicopter's main rotor blades struck the ground which resulted in substantial damage to the main rotor blades and fuselage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunction or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:40 PST
Nearest AirportSan Bernardino Intl (1nm E)
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R22 BETA BETA
Tail NumberN4003S
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 0
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 61 · Second Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point59 / 34 C
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time19:47
Weather SourceWFAC