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May 30, 2020 · Bell 206 B · N401HP
Elko, NV
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 30, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Elko, NV
Aircraft
Bell 206 B (1981)
Tail Number
N401HP
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR20CA162
The pilot reported that he departed in the helicopter, directly into the wind, and began a climb and turn to the downwind. During the turn, the helicopter encountered a wind gust and lost altitude as if it were settling. The pilot tried to maneuver the helicopter back to the airport property to land, however, the landing skids caught a fence. The helicopter nosed over and came to rest on its left side substantially damaging the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical anomalies with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation. A weather station at the airport reported the wind from 180° at 25 kts with gusts to 36 kts.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain helicopter control in gusting wind that resulted in a loss in altitude and subsequent collision with a fence.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he departed in the helicopter, directly into the wind, and began a climb and turn to the downwind. During the turn, the helicopter encountered a wind gust and lost altitude as if it were settling. The pilot tried to maneuver the helicopter back to the airport property to land, however, the landing skids caught a fence. The helicopter nosed over and came to rest on its left side substantially damaging the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical anomalies with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation. A weather station at the airport reported the wind from 180° at 25 kts with gusts to 36 kts.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:15 PDT
Nearest AirportELKORGNL (1805nm WNW)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell 206 B
Tail NumberN401HP
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsAllison · M250-C20 · Turboshaft · 420
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 44 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 21 kt, gusting 39 kt
Visibility6 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2600 ft
Temperature / Dew Point28 C
Altimeter0
Observation Time21:03
Weather SourceWFAC