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May 14, 2020 · Bell OH-58C · N183MP

Livingston, NY

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 14, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Livingston, NY
Aircraft
Bell OH-58C (1970)
Tail Number
N183MP
Operator
Air One Mobility
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA20CA184

The pilot of a helicopter reported that while maneuvering at low altitude, about 150 ft above the ground at night, the helicopter struck a tree. Subsequently, the helicopter started spinning to the right, impacted terrain, and rolled onto its left side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail-boom and fuselage. 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 pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance while maneuvering at low altitude at night, which resulted in the helicopter striking a tree.

Full Narrative

The pilot of a helicopter reported that while maneuvering at low altitude, about 150 ft above the ground at night, the helicopter struck a tree. Subsequently, the helicopter started spinning to the right, impacted terrain, and rolled onto its left side. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tail-boom and fuselage. 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 Time03:15 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftBell OH-58C
Tail NumberN183MP
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorAir One Mobility
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · C20C · Turboshaft · 420
Seats5

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 64 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDark Night
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point36 C / 21 C
Altimeter30.27 inHg
Observation Time07:54
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data