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August 2, 2019 · Robinson R66 No Series · N1767L
Vandalia, IL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 2, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Vandalia, IL
Aircraft
Robinson R66 No Series (2011)
Tail Number
N1767L
Operator
Helicrops
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA19CA481
The helicopter pilot reported that, during high reconnaissance of a field intended for agricultural application, he saw power lines surrounding the field. He started the application southbound from the northwest section, and after travelling about 300 yards and while about 15 ft above ground level, the helicopter struck a power line, after which the pilot was able to land the helicopter on an adjacent field without further incident. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blade. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Altitude-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The helicopter pilot reported that, during a high reconnaissance of a field intended for agricultural application, he saw power lines surrounding the field. He started the application southbound from the northwest section and after travelling about 300 yards, about 15 ft above the ground, the helicopter struck a power line, after which he was able to land the helicopter on to an adjacent field without further incident. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blade. 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 Time15:35 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson R66 No Series
Tail NumberN1767L
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHelicrops
Operating RulePart 137
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls-Royce · 250-R300 · Turboshaft
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 41 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind50° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter30.07 inHg
Observation Time20:35
Weather SourceWFAC