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May 25, 2017 · Eurocopter EC130 B4 · N153GC
Peach Springs, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 25, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Peach Springs, AZ
Aircraft
Eurocopter EC130 B4 (2010)
Tail Number
N153GC
Operator
Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA344
The pilot of the helicopter reported that, after fueling the helicopter with the engine running, the ground crewman opened the front passenger door on the opposite side from the pilot. Upon unlatching the door, the ground crewman released the door, and it was blown open. The door separated from the door strut and struck the main rotor, damaging the blades. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blades. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The ground crewman’s failure to hold onto the passenger door while the main rotor was still rotating, which resulted in the door separating from the helicopter and damaging the main rotor.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the helicopter reported that, after fueling the helicopter with the engine running, the ground crewman opened the front passenger door on the opposite side from the pilot. Upon unlatching the door, the ground crewman released the door, and it was blown open. The door separated from the door strut, and struck the main rotor damaging the blades. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blades. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:30 MST
Nearest AirportGrand Canyon West (0nm S)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftEurocopter EC130 B4
Tail NumberN153GC
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorPapillon Grand Canyon Helicopters
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsTurbomeca · Arriel 2B1 · Turboshaft
Seats7
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 41 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 17 kt, gusting 26 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point21 C
Altimeter29.68 inHg
Observation Time23:51
Weather SourceWFAC