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April 7, 2022 · Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta II · N19VH
Phoenix, AZ
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 7, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Aircraft
Robinson Helicopter R22 Beta II (2004)
Tail Number
N19VH
Operator
Quantum Helicopters
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR22LA146
The pilot in the helicopter reported that, during a night solo training flight, the helicopter was on the ground with the throttle rolled on and full collective friction applied when he used a flashlight to view the Hobbs meter. Unbeknownst to him, the collective crept up, the helicopter rolled to the right and dynamically rolled over. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the horizontal stabilizer, and the main rotor system. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal flight operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain helicopter control while on the ground when his attention was diverted, which resulted in a dynamic rollover.
Full Narrative
The pilot in the helicopter reported that, during a night solo training flight, the helicopter was on the ground with the throttle rolled on and full collective friction applied when he used a flashlight to view the Hobbs meter. Unbeknownst to him, the collective crept up, the helicopter rolled to the right and dynamically rolled over. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the horizontal stabilizer, and the main rotor system. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the helicopter that would have precluded normal flight operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:10 MST
Nearest AirportPhoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRobinson Helicopter R22 Beta II
Tail NumberN19VH
Aircraft CategoryHeli
DamageSubstantial
OperatorQuantum Helicopters
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360 · Reciprocating · 131
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 26 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightNight
Wind70° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point16 F
Altimeter30.02 inHg
Observation Time20:25
Weather SourceWFAC