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June 17, 2016 · Airbus AS350 B2 · N4035W
Mcallen, TX
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 17, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Mcallen, TX
Aircraft
Airbus AS350 B2 (1996)
Tail Number
N4035W
Operator
Us Department of Homeland Security
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA328
The helicopter pilot reported that during the engine run-up sequence while on a movable helicopter pad attached to a tug, he noticed that the right rear door was not secure. The pilot unhooked his shoulder harness to reach back to secure the door. While attempting to reach the door, the pilot reported that he inadvertently applied right tail rotor pedal, which caused the helicopter to spin to the right multiple times. During the rotation the helicopter departed the movable pad, impacted the tug, and came to rest in an upright position on the ground. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's inadvertent input of the right tail rotor pedal, which resulted in a loss of directional control and an impact with service equipment.
Full Narrative
The helicopter pilot reported that during the engine run-up sequence while on a movable helicopter pad attached to a tug, he noticed that the right rear door was not secure. The pilot unhooked his shoulder harness to reach back to secure the door. While attempting to reach the door, the pilot reported that he inadvertently applied right tail rotor pedal, which caused the helicopter to spin to the right multiple times. During the rotation the helicopter departed the movable pad, impacted the tug, and came to rest in an upright position on the ground. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:45 CDT
Nearest AirportMc Allen Miller Intl (0nm WNW)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAirbus AS350 B2
Tail NumberN4035W
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorUs Department of Homeland Security
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsTurbomeca · ARRIEL 1D1 · Turboshaft · 712
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 34 · First Class · None
Crew 2None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind120° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter29.82 inHg
Observation Time23:53
Weather SourceWFAC