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May 29, 2015 · Bell 206 - B11 B · N206ED
Caledonia, MI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 29, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Caledonia, MI
Aircraft
Bell 206 - B11 B (1976)
Tail Number
N206ED
Operator
Hawkeye Helicopter
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA102
The pilot and passenger were conducting an aerial observation flight at low altitude to inspect power lines. The pilot stated he maneuvered to do a right turn and encountered a gust of wind. The pilot lost tail rotor effectiveness and attempted to recover control of the helicopter. Before the pilot could regain full control, the helicopter descended into the tree tops and came to rest in a tree. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail boom. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Prop/rotor parameters-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot and passenger were conducting an aerial observation flight at low altitude to inspect power lines. The pilot stated he maneuvered to do a right turn and encountered a gust of wind. The pilot lost tail rotor effectiveness and attempted to recover control of the helicopter. Before the pilot could regain full control, the helicopter descended into the tree tops and came to rest in a tree. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail boom. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:10 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell 206 - B11 B
Tail NumberN206ED
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHawkeye Helicopter
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · C20B · Turboshaft · 420
Seats5
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 55 · Second Class · None
Crew 2None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind180° @ 14 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 23000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC