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June 3, 2021 · Schweizer Hughes Aircraft TH55A/269A · N41G

Monroe, LA

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 3, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Monroe, LA
Aircraft
Schweizer Hughes Aircraft TH55A/269A (1969)
Tail Number
N41G
Operator
Cmg Helicopters
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN21LA253

The pilot reported that on short final to land, the helicopter lost tail rotor authority and the helicopter began an uncommanded right yaw. He attempted to recover and landed on a grass area which resulted in a hard landing. The fuselage and skids sustained substantial damage. The pilot noted on his report of the accident that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions of the helicopter that would have precluded normal operations.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain yaw control during landing which resulted in a loss of tail rotor effectiveness.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that on short final to land, the helicopter lost tail rotor authority and the helicopter began an uncommanded right yaw. He attempted to recover and landed on a grass area which resulted in a hard landing. The fuselage and skids sustained substantial damage. The pilot noted on his report of the accident that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions of the helicopter that would have precluded normal operations.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:15 CDT
Nearest AirportMonroe Rgnl (0nm WSW)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftSchweizer Hughes Aircraft TH55A/269A
Tail NumberN41G
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCmg Helicopters
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · HIO-360-B1A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 34 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter30.02 inHg
Observation Time12:23
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data