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October 28, 2021 · Bell 206L-3 NO Series · N27TK
Covelo, CA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 28, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (4 uninjured)
Location
Covelo, CA
Aircraft
Bell 206L-3 NO Series (1985)
Tail Number
N27TK
Operator
Helico Sonoma
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR22LA031
The pilot of the helicopter reported that, he was conducting a local area photography/video flight with passengers. Before departure he had removed the doors and provided a preflight safety briefing, which included briefing his passengers on securing their belongings. While in cruise flight, a passenger’s jacked departed the helicopter and became lodged on the synchronized elevator. The pilot simultaneously felt an impact and noted resistance against the cyclic control. A precautionary landing was made without further incident. The tail rotor drive shaft was substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Debris/dirt/foreign object-Contributed to outcome
Full Narrative
The pilot of the helicopter reported that, he was conducting a local area photography/video flight with passengers. Before departure he had removed the doors and provided a preflight safety briefing, which included briefing his passengers on securing their belongings. While in cruise flight, a passenger’s jacked departed the helicopter and became lodged on the synchronized elevator. The pilot simultaneously felt an impact and noted resistance against the cyclic control. A precautionary landing was made without further incident. The tail rotor drive shaft was substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:00 PDT
Nearest AirportUkiah Muni (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBell 206L-3 NO Series
Tail NumberN27TK
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHelico Sonoma
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRolls Royce · C250-030P · Turboshaft · 650
Seats7
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (4 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured4
Total4
Crew 1Age 29 · First Class · None
Crew 2None
Crew 3None
Crew 4None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 54 F
Altimeter30.18 inHg
Observation Time11:56
Weather SourceWFAC